Emergency Veterinarian (Part Time) - Midlothian, VA

The role

An Emergency Veterinarian will handle emergency cases including routine cases, complex surgeries, and endoscopic procedures. You will treat all kinds of pets, including exotics, in an open-concept hospital environment.

What you will do

• Answer medical questions over the phone
• See patients right away using VEG Triage and VEG Spikes
• Gather signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and physical exam
• Conduct physical examinations and investigatory measures like 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
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures

Required qualifications

• A DVM or equivalent degree
• Emergency medicine experience including emergency surgery and endoscopy
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg on own 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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• VEG-created clinical and leadership programs
• Unlimited ER CE
• Travel stipend for part-time credentialed VEGgies of $1,000/year
• Travel stipend for part-time uncredentialed VEGgies of $400/year
• Flexible work schedules
• Generous employee referral program
• Comfy scrubs
• Cool VEG swag
• 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.