New ER Doctor (NERD) Program: Starts January 2027, Practicing Veterinarians

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Madison, WI

3h•Onsite

About The Position

VEG was founded in 2014 with a mission to assist people and their pets during critical times by challenging the status quo of the ER experience. With hospitals nationwide operating 24/7, VEG offers a superior emergency experience for clients, patients, and employees. The company fosters a supportive environment with unparalleled learning and mentorship opportunities, aiming to help veterinarians advance their careers in emergency medicine. VEG is recognized as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

Requirements

A passion for helping people and their pets.
A valid DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree.
1+ year of experience as a practicing veterinarian.
A strong desire to work in emergency medicine.
A valid license to practice veterinary medicine and a valid DEA registration in the state of practice by the start date.
Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, work on the floor, 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.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with diverse individuals.
Commitment to a predetermined schedule for a consecutive six-month period.
Must be willing to relocate for the NERD program.
Successful completion of the program, including required competencies and benchmarks, to be guaranteed a full-time ER doctor position at a VEG hospital.

Nice To Haves

Empathetic and people-centric approach.
Sense of humility, acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and supporting team accomplishments.
Strong sense of ownership and commitment to achieving impactful results.
Curiosity and a continuous desire to learn and grow skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

Work alongside experienced VEG doctors who provide mentorship and feedback on real ER cases.
Gain hands-on ER experience through 3-4 hospital shifts per week (days, swings, and nights).
Participate in weekly case discussions, literature reviews, and hands-on training.
Learn and implement client-centered communication and care practices, the VEG Way.
Attend various CE experiences including point-of-care ultrasound, exotic companion animals in the ER, flexible GI endoscopy, small animal emergency surgery, small animal critical care lab, and RECOVER ALS and BLS Rescuer CPR certification.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits that start on day one.
Six-month immersive training program with over 160 RACE-approved CE hours.
Training includes clinical and leadership programs, unlimited ER CE, and a travel stipend.
Equity after one year of full-time employment.
Student loan repayment after the first year of employment.
Free exams and 50% off VEG treatments for employees.
Pet bereavement leave.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave (up to 12 weeks at 100% salary), including fertility and family-building care.
Flexible work schedules.
Generous employee referral program.
Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.