Veterinaryemergencygroupst
Emergency Veterinarian - San Bruno, CA
San Bruno, California, United States. Posted 2 months ago
The role
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 signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and physical exam
- Conduct physical examinations and 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
- Perform minor and major emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures
Required qualifications
- A DVM or equivalent degree
- Emergency medicine, 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
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive compensation including base and 401K match
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting day one
- QPR training
- Access to free therapy or counseling
- Potential equity after one year of full time, active employment
- Unlimited ER CE
- Travel stipend ($2,500/year for full-time credentialed; $1,000/year for full-time uncredentialed)
- Clinical student loan repayment
- Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary
- Fertility and family-building care
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee referral program
About the company
VEG is a veterinary emergency company with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year. They focus on a customer-centered experience and a culture of mentorship and continuous learning.