Emergency Veterinarian (Per Diem) - Anaheim Hills, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • Anaheim, CA

5d • $140,000 - $350,000 • Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring a per diem Emergency Veterinarian for its Anaheim Hills, California location. The veterinarian treats emergency cases ranging from routine conditions to complex surgeries and may care for all kinds of pets, including exotics. The role is part of a customer-centered emergency care model in which patients are seen promptly and families can stay with their pets. VEG describes its workplace as rooted in mentorship and continuous learning, with on-the-floor guidance, education programs, and emergency-focused continuing education.

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Experience and capability in emergency medicine, 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 diverse backgrounds and personality types.
• Empathetic, people-centric approach and willingness to understand different perspectives.
• Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and recognizing team accomplishments.
• Ownership of work, responsibility for outcomes, and commitment to long-term results.
• Curiosity and an ongoing interest in learning and developing skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients promptly as part of VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, including ensuring people see a doctor right away and allowing families to stay with their pets.
• Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
• Conduct physical examinations and other required investigations, such as 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 preventive measures where appropriate.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules to support life outside work.
• Referral reward program.
• Comfy scrubs and VEG-branded merchandise.
• Food in the refrigerator at work.
• Mentorship and continuous learning opportunities, including on-the-floor guidance and VEG Education programs.
• Unlimited emergency-focused continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree