Locum Emergency Veterinarian - Etobicoke, Ontario

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, and communicate diagnoses and treatment plans to 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 by speaking with the customer
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures

Required qualifications

• A DVM or equivalent degree
• Thrive in team-oriented environments
• Live and breathe emergency medicine, 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 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
• Work well in a fast-paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible work schedules
• Generous referral reward 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 have hospitals open 24/7, 365 days a year across the U.S. and Canada.