Emergency Veterinarian (Part Time) - Beaverton, OR

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Portland, OR

9d • $140,000 - $350,000 • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a part-time Emergency Veterinarian in Beaverton, Oregon. The veterinarian provides emergency care for pets, including exotic animals, and supports customers and their pets during urgent situations. The role includes emergency medicine, surgery, and endoscopic procedures, with a customer-centered approach that allows families to stay with their pets. The veterinarian works as a leader on the hospital floor and is supported by a team, mentorship, clinical and leadership programs, and continuing education.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Experience or capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
• Ability to thrive in team-oriented environments.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, and work on the floor.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
• Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes.
• Gather signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
• Conduct animal physical examinations and other investigative measures, including ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
• Diagnose each pet’s condition and create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan.
• Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly to customers.
• Prepare and present estimates to customers.
• Create and review medical records for accuracy.
• Explain the value of tests and treatments to customers and address their concerns.
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
• Perform endoscopic procedures.
• Educate customers about aftercare and preventative measures where appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation; the stated wage range is $140,000–$350,000 per year for a full-time position.
• Clinical and leadership learning and growth programs.
• Unlimited emergency-focused continuing education.
• Travel stipend for continuing education: $1,000 per year for part-time credentialed employees and $400 per year for part-time uncredentialed employees.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Scrubs and company merchandise.
• Food in the workplace refrigerator.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree