Emergency Veterinarian

Job overview

The Emergency Veterinarian role is onsite in Orange, CT. Compensation is described as competitive, with no numeric amount specified. The veterinarian works in a 24/7 emergency hospital serving pets and their families. The veterinarian assesses and treats emergency cases, communicates diagnoses and treatment options, and performs emergency procedures. The role contributes to VEG’s mission of helping people and their pets when they need care most.

What you'll do

• Answer medical questions by phone
• triage and examine patients
• gather histories, presenting complaints, and vital signs
• conduct diagnostic measures such as ultrasound, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies
• diagnose conditions and create treatment plans
• discuss diagnoses, options, and estimates with customers
• maintain medical records
• perform emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures
• provide aftercare and prevention education where appropriate.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

emergency veterinarian

orange ct

veterinary emergency medicine

emergency surgery

endoscopy

animal examination

diagnostics

treatment planning

24/7 hospital

rotating nights

weekends and holidays

dvm required

mentorship

continuing education

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) match
• health and wellness benefits from day one
• possible equity eligibility after one year for eligible roles
• clinical and leadership learning programs
• continuing education and role-based travel stipend
• student loan repayment
• paid parental leave
• flexible schedules
• referral program.

Why this role

The role includes emergency medicine, surgery, and endoscopy; nights, weekends, and holidays may be scheduled on a rotating or as-needed basis.

About the employer

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.