Emergency Veterinarian

Job overview

The Emergency Veterinarian role is onsite in San Diego, CA. The stated annual wage range is $140,000–$350,000, inclusive of base salary and discretionary production bonus target; the expected base salary is $180,000–$200,000. Veterinary Emergency Group operates emergency hospitals nationwide, open 24/7, 365 days a year, with a mission to help people and pets when they need it most. The veterinarian evaluates and treats emergency patients, develops diagnostic and therapeutic plans, performs emergency procedures, and communicates options and aftercare to clients. The role contributes to timely emergency care for animals and supports families during urgent situations.

What you'll do

• Answer medical questions by phone
• examine and triage patients
• conduct diagnostic examinations and tests
• diagnose conditions and create treatment plans
• communicate options and estimates to clients
• maintain medical records
• perform emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures
• provide aftercare and prevention education.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

emergency veterinarian

veterinary emergency medicine

animal care

emergency surgery

endoscopy

san diego ca

veterinary emergency group

$140k–$350k

full-time

dvm

night availability

weekend availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and wellness benefits from day one
• 401(k) match
• possible equity eligibility after one year for eligible employees
• continuing education and travel stipend for eligible full-time staff
• student loan repayment
• paid parental leave
• flexible schedules
• referral program.

Why this role

DVM or equivalent degree required; availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis is required.

About the employer

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