New ER Doctor (NERD) Program: Starts January 2027, Practicing Veterinarians

The role

Participants will undergo a six-month immersive program to transition from non-emergency practice to emergency medicine. You will work with experienced doctors through hands-on ER cases, weekly case discussions, and clinical training.

What you will do

• Work side-by-side with experienced VEG doctors through real ER cases
• Perform hands-on learning with built-in mentorship
• Work 3-4 hospital shifts per week
• Participate in weekly case discussions and literature reviews
• Engage in hands-on training at state-of-the-art facilities
• Learn best practices for client-centered communication and care

Required qualifications

• A passion for helping people and their pets
• A valid DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree
• Be a practicing veterinarian for 1+ years
• A desire to live and breathe emergency medicine
• A valid license to practice veterinary medicine
• A valid DEA registration in the state you will be completing your program by your start date
• 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
• Can commit to a predetermined schedule for a consecutive six-month period

Benefits

• Competitive compensation + benefits that start on day one
• 160+ hours of RACE-approved CE during the six-month program
• Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend
• Equity after one year of full time, active employment
• Student loan repayment (after your 1st year with VEG)
• Free exams and 50% off VEG treatments
• Pet bereavement leave
• 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

Before you apply

• You will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of one to two references
• Relocation for the NERD program may be required
• Graduates are guaranteed a spot at VEG at a hospital location of their choosing upon successful completion of the program and passing all required program competencies and benchmarks

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.