Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Greenville, SC

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Greenville, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinarian in Greenville, South Carolina. The role provides emergency veterinary care in a fast-paced, open-concept hospital, treating a wide range of cases and pets, including exotics. The veterinarian will lead on the hospital floor and work as part of a team, with access to mentorship, continuous learning, VEG Education programs, and emergency-focused continuing education.

The position involves responding to medical questions, assessing patients, developing diagnostic and therapeutic plans, communicating with customers about diagnoses and treatment options, performing emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures, and educating customers about aftercare and prevention. The veterinarian will also prepare estimates and maintain accurate medical records.

Requirements

• A DVM or equivalent degree.
• Experience and capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, 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 well 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, ensuring customers see a doctor right away and families can stay with their pets.
• Gather signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
• Conduct physical examinations and other investigations, such as ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
• Diagnose each pet's condition and create diagnostic and therapeutic plans.
• Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly with customers.
• Prepare and present estimates to customers.
• Create and review medical records to ensure accuracy.
• Explain the value of tests and treatments and address customer concerns.
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
• Perform endoscopic procedures.
• Educate customers about aftercare and preventative measures where appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous referral reward program.
• Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.
• Mentorship and continuous learning, including VEG Education programs and unlimited ER-focused continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree