Emergency Veterinarian, Relief

Job overview

The Emergency Veterinarian, Relief works onsite in Buffalo Grove, IL, in a per diem role. Compensation is $1,500–$2,000 in shift base pay. Veterinary Emergency Group operates emergency hospitals open 24/7, 365 days a year, with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. The veterinarian evaluates and treats emergency cases, communicates care options to clients, and performs emergency procedures. The role contributes to timely, customer-focused veterinary emergency care with support from the hospital team and resources.

What you'll do

• Answer medical questions by phone
• assess patients and gather histories, presenting complaints, vitals, and examination findings
• conduct diagnostic procedures
• diagnose conditions and develop treatment plans
• discuss diagnoses and options with clients
• prepare estimates and 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

relief

per diem

emergency medicine

emergency surgery

endoscopy

buffalo grove il

veg

$1,500–$2,000/shift

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible work schedules, referral rewards, scrubs, company merchandise, food in the fridge, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities.

About the employer

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