New ER Doctor (NERD) Program: Starts January 2026, Practicing Veterinarians - San Ramon, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) • San Ramon, CA

102d • $140,000 - $350,000

About The Position

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we’ve expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, and created a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies! At VEG we find a way to say yes to the career you want in veterinary emergency medicine. This means transforming how ER works, from our open-concept hospitals, where you can handle emergency cases of every kind (even exotics!) to our immersive, customer-focused experience, which helps us give people and their pets the care they deserve. This also means saying yes to creating the best experience possible for our VEGgies. Yes to working in an environment where you can find your place and feel valued for the amazing work you do. Yes to having unparalleled opportunities for learning and mentorship so you can grow where you want to go in your career. And yes to making an impact here in ways you never thought possible.

Requirements

• A passion for helping others.
• A valid DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree.
• Be a practicing veterinarian for 1+ years.
• A desire to live and breathe emergency medicine.
• A valid license to practice veterinary medicine and a valid DEA registration in the state of practice.
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg on own 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.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to commit to a predetermined schedule for a consecutive six-month period.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in emergency veterinary medicine.
• Interest in advanced surgical techniques and endoscopy.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the NERD program to transition into full-time ER doctors at VEG.
• Collaborate with and learn from top emergency doctors and specialists during 3-4 hospital shifts per week.
• Engage in weekly case discussions, literature reviews, and hands-on training.
• Attend CE experiences and earn over 160 RACE-approved CE hours in six months.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation $140K - $350K / year including base, monthly bonus, sign-on bonus, and 401K match.
• 160+ hours of RACE-approved CE during the six-month program.
• Equity ownership in the company.
• No non-competes.
• Student Loan Repayment after the first year.
• Free exams and 50% off VEG Treatments.
• Paid parental leave, up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Generous referral reward program.
• Comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees