Emergency Veterinarian- Princeton, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Princeton, NJ

4d•$150,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinarian for its Princeton, New Jersey location. The veterinarian provides emergency care for a wide range of cases, including complex surgeries and care for exotic pets, while working in an open-concept, customer-focused hospital. The role includes mentorship and continuing education through on-the-floor guidance, VEG Education programs, and emergency-medicine-focused CE. As a leader on the hospital floor, the veterinarian works with the hospital team and resources to support patients and their families.

Requirements

DVM or equivalent degree.
Emergency medicine experience and capability, including emergency soft-tissue surgery and endoscopy.
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.
Empathetic, people-centered approach and willingness to understand different perspectives.
Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and supporting teammates’ accomplishments.
Ownership of work, accountability for outcomes, and commitment to long-term results.
Curiosity and a continual desire to learn and develop skills and knowledge.
Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Answer medical questions over the phone.
See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, ensuring customers can see a doctor right away and families can stay with their pets.
Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
Conduct physical examinations and other investigations, including ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
Diagnose each pet’s condition and develop a diagnostic and therapeutic plan.
Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly to customers.
Prepare estimates and present them to customers.
Create and review medical records for 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 preventive measures where appropriate.

Benefits

Competitive compensation: $150,000–$200,000 base salary with production; total annual earnings average $300,000.
401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment.
Clinical and leadership education programs, unlimited emergency-medicine continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Annual travel stipend of $2,500 for full-time credentialed employees or $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed employees.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
Fertility and family-building care for all types of families.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.