Emergency Veterinarian - Clearwater, FL

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Clearwater, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Veterinarian in Clearwater, Florida. The role provides emergency veterinary care in VEG’s open-concept hospitals, treating a range of cases from routine emergencies to complex surgeries and caring for pets including exotics. The veterinarian is a leader on the hospital floor and works with a team in a customer-focused setting, with support from mentorship, ongoing learning, VEG Education programs, and emergency-focused continuing education.

Requirements

A DVM or equivalent degree.
Experience or capability in emergency medicine, including soft-tissue emergency 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 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 people 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 and present estimates 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, including base compensation and a 401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits beginning on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment.
Clinical and leadership learning programs, unlimited emergency-focused continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Full-time credentialed employees receive a $2,500 annual travel stipend; full-time uncredentialed employees receive a $1,000 annual travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, plus fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the fridge.