Emergency Veterinarian - Greater Atlanta, GA

The role

As an Emergency Veterinarian, you will handle emergency cases including routine cases, complex surgeries, and endoscopic procedures for all kinds of pets including exotics. You will perform physical examinations, create diagnostic plans, and communicate directly with customers.

What you will do

• Answer medical questions over the phone
• See patients right away as part of VEG Triage and VEG Spikes
• Gather the signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and physical exam
• Conduct physical examinations of animals, along with other required investigatory measures such as ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies
• Complete a diagnosis of each pet's condition to create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan
• Communicate diagnosis and treatment options directly with customers
• Prepare estimates and present them to customers
• Create and review medical records to ensure accuracy
• Demonstrate the value of tests and treatments performed by speaking with the customer and addressing their concerns
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries, endoscopic procedures, and educate customers on after care

Required qualifications

• A DVM or equivalent degree
• Live and breathe emergency medicine, including emergency surgery (the soft tissue kind!) and endoscopy
• Thrive in team-oriented environments
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg on own and able to support up to 40 kg with assistance
• Must be willing 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 based on hospital needs
• Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

Nice to have

• Full-time credentialed VEGgies receive a $2,500/year travel stipend
• Full-time uncredentialed VEGgies receive a $1,000/year travel stipend

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling
• May be eligible for equity after one year of full time, active employment
• Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend
• Clinical student loan repayment
• Paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary
• Inclusive fertility and family-building care
• Flexible work schedules
• Generous employee referral program
• Comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge

About the company

VEG was born in 2014 with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. They operate hospitals nationwide that are open 24/7, 365 days a year.