Job Summary
The Emergency Veterinarian is tasked with delivering critical medical care to pets in urgent situations. This position involves assessing patients’ conditions, conducting thorough examinations, and implementing diagnostic and treatment strategies in an emergency context.
Responsibilities
- Carry out triage and comprehensive physical examinations on emergency cases.
- Formulate and execute diagnostic and therapeutic plans for pets in need of immediate care.
- Perform emergency surgical procedures as required.
- Effectively communicate treatment options and medical information to pet owners.
- Maintain precise and up-to-date medical records for all patients treated.
Qualifications
- Possession of a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or its equivalent.
- Demonstrated expertise in emergency medicine, particularly in soft tissue surgery and endoscopy.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative team environment.
- Flexibility to work during nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
