Emergency Veterinarian (Per Diem) - Santa Monica, CA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Santa Monica, CA
•$140,000 - $350,000
About The Position
VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinarian in Santa Monica, California. The veterinarian provides emergency care for a broad range of cases, from routine emergencies to complex surgeries, and treats a variety of pets, including exotics. The role includes customer-centered triage, diagnostics, treatment planning, communication with customers, and emergency procedures. Veterinarians work as leaders on the hospital floor and are supported by a team, mentorship, learning opportunities, VEG Education programs, and ER-focused continuing education.
Requirements
- DVM or equivalent degree.
- Experience and capability in emergency medicine, including soft tissue emergency surgery and endoscopy.
- Ability to work effectively 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 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, supporting immediate access to a doctor and allowing families to stay with their pets.
- Gather patient 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 develop a diagnostic and therapeutic plan.
- Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly with 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 preventative measures where appropriate.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules to support life outside of work.
- Referral reward program.
- Comfy scrubs and VEG swag.
- Food in the fridge for employees.
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Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
