Emergency Veterinarian, Relief

Job overview

The Emergency Veterinarian, Relief role is onsite in Fort Myers, FL. Compensation is not specified. Veterinary Emergency Group operates 24/7, 365-day emergency hospitals and focuses on helping people and their pets when they need care most. The veterinarian evaluates and treats emergency cases, develops diagnostic and treatment plans, and communicates options with pet owners. The role contributes to timely emergency care through examinations, procedures, surgery, and aftercare education, supported by a hospital team and learning resources.

What you'll do

• Answer medical questions by phone
• see patients promptly
• gather patient history, presenting concerns, vital signs, and examination findings
• conduct examinations and diagnostic measures such as ultrasound, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies
• diagnose conditions and create treatment plans
• discuss options and estimates with customers
• maintain accurate medical records
• perform emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures
• educate customers on aftercare and prevention.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

emergency veterinarian

relief

fort myers fl

veterinary emergency group

emergency medicine

veterinary surgery

endoscopy

diagnostic imaging

bloodwork

patient triage

24/7 hospital

mentorship

continuing education

flexible schedules

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible work schedules, referral rewards, scrubs and company merchandise, food at work, mentorship, education programs, and emergency-focused continuing education.

Why this role

Requires a DVM or equivalent degree and emergency medicine experience, including emergency 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.