Veterinarian, New ER Doctor (NERD) Program

Job overview

The Veterinarian, New ER Doctor (NERD) Program is an onsite, six-month training program in Boynton Beach, FL, starting in July 2027. Compensation is described as competitive but no specific salary range is stated. Veterinary Emergency Group operates 24/7 emergency hospitals and aims to help people and pets when they need care most. The program prepares practicing non-emergency veterinarians to transition into emergency medicine through clinical teaching, hands-on case experience, and individualized mentorship. Participants work alongside experienced emergency doctors and, after successful completion, transition into full-time ER doctor roles at VEG, subject to program competencies and benchmarks.

What you'll do

• Work alongside experienced VEG doctors on real emergency cases with mentorship and feedback
• work 3–4 hospital shifts per week across days, swings, and nights
• participate in weekly case discussions, literature reviews, and hands-on training
• learn client-centered communication and care
• complete program learning in emergency medicine, procedures, surgery, endoscopy, exotics, and critical care.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinarian

new er doctor program

nerd program

emergency medicine

veterinary emergency

boynton beach fl

veterinary emergency group

six-month program

3–4 hospital shifts weekly

days swings and nights

160+ race-approved ce hours

dvm or vmd required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• 160+ hours of RACE-approved continuing education
• travel stipend
• equity eligibility after one year of full-time active employment
• student loan repayment after the first year
• free exams and 50% off treatments
• pet bereavement leave
• paid parental leave
• flexible schedules
• referral program.

Why this role

Six-month immersive program with 160+ RACE-approved continuing education hours, paid training experiences, individualized mentorship, and a guaranteed VEG emergency doctor placement after successful completion and required competencies. Relocation may be required.

About the employer

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