Traveling Emergency Veterinarian - Central Region
About The Position
VEG is hiring a Traveling Emergency Veterinarian to provide emergency veterinary care at hospitals across the Central Region. The veterinarian will travel between locations to work doctor shifts, support both newly opened and established hospitals, and contribute to each hospital’s culture. The role includes mentoring other doctors and practicing emergency medicine in VEG’s customer-centered environment, where patients are seen promptly and families can stay with their pets. The veterinarian will assess and diagnose patients, develop diagnostic and treatment plans, communicate options and estimates to customers, maintain accurate medical records, and perform emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures. The role also includes phone-based medical support and educating customers about aftercare and prevention. VEG describes a culture of mentorship and ongoing learning, with clinical and leadership programs and emergency-focused continuing education.
Requirements
- A DVM or equivalent degree.
- Ability to work effectively in team-oriented environments.
- Strong commitment to emergency medicine.
- Ability to perform soft-tissue emergency 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, depending on hospital needs.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with people from diverse backgrounds and personality types.
Responsibilities
- Travel to VEG hospitals in the region to work doctor shifts.
- Support newly opened and established hospitals.
- Mentor other doctors and contribute to a healthy, growth-oriented culture at each hospital.
- Answer medical questions over the phone.
- See patients promptly through VEG Triage and VEG Spikes.
- Gather patient signalment, presenting complaint, vital signs, and physical examination findings.
- Conduct physical examinations and investigations, including ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
- Diagnose each pet’s condition and create diagnostic and therapeutic plans.
- Communicate diagnoses and treatment options directly to 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 preventive measures where appropriate.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including a base salary and 401(k) match.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits beginning on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
- Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time active employment, depending on role.
- Clinical and leadership programs and unlimited emergency-focused continuing education.
- Travel stipend for continuing education: $2,500 per year for full-time credentialed employees and $1,000 per year for full-time uncredentialed employees.
- 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, company swag, and food in the fridge.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
