Emergency Veterinarian- Princeton, NJ

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Princeton, NJ

5d•$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 animals, including exotics, in a 24/7 hospital environment. The role involves handling cases ranging from routine emergencies to complex surgeries and working directly with customers and their pets. VEG describes its approach as customer-focused, with patients seen promptly and families able to stay with their pets. The position includes support through on-the-floor mentorship, VEG Education programs, and emergency-focused continuing education.

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.
Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Answer medical questions over the phone.
See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, including ensuring customers see a doctor right away and allowing families to stay with their pets.
Gather signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
Conduct 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 estimates and present them 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, including a $150,000–$200,000 base salary with production; total earnings average $300,000 annually.
401(k) match.
Health and wellness benefits beginning on the first day, 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 programs, unlimited emergency-focused continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary, with fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Scrubs, company merchandise, and food in the workplace.