New ER Doctor (NERD) Program: Starts Jan 2027, Practicing Veterinarians - Clifton, NJ
About The Position
The VEG New ER Doctor (NERD) program is a six-month, structured and immersive training program that helps practicing non-emergency veterinarians transition into emergency medicine. Participants learn through academic and clinical instruction, hands-on work with real emergency cases, and individualized mentorship from experienced VEG doctors. The program includes hospital shifts, weekly case discussions and literature reviews, hands-on training, and more than 160 RACE-approved continuing education hours. Training topics include point-of-care ultrasound, exotic companion animals, flexible GI endoscopy, emergency surgery, critical care, and RECOVER ALS and BLS Rescuer CPR certification. The program begins in January 2027 in Clifton, New Jersey. After successfully completing the program within the required timeframe and passing program competencies and benchmarks, graduates are guaranteed a position as an emergency doctor at a VEG hospital location selected by VEG. Relocation may be required.
Requirements
- Have a passion for helping people and their pets.
- Hold a valid DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree.
- Have at least one year of experience practicing as a veterinarian.
- Want to focus on emergency medicine.
- Have a valid veterinary license and valid DEA registration in the state where the program will be completed by the start date.
- Be able to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, work on the floor, lift up to 25 kg independently, and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
- Be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
- Be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs.
- Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
- Commit to a predetermined schedule for six consecutive months.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside experienced VEG doctors on real emergency cases, receiving hands-on guidance and feedback.
- Work three to four hospital shifts per week, which may include day, swing, and night shifts.
- Participate in weekly case discussions, literature reviews, and hands-on training.
- Learn client-centered communication and care according to the VEG Way.
- Complete the program’s clinical training, continuing education, competencies, and benchmarks.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation of $120,000 per year during the program, with a base salary increase to $156,000 per year plus production after the program.
- Benefits beginning on day one.
- More than 160 hours of RACE-approved continuing education during the six-month program.
- Unlimited emergency medicine continuing education and a travel stipend.
- Equity after one year of full-time, active employment with VEG.
- Student loan repayment after the first year with VEG.
- Free exams and 50% off VEG treatments.
- Pet bereavement leave.
- 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.
- Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
