Emergency Veterinarian — Portland, ME

Job overview

Compensation is $140,000–$185,000 per year. The Emergency Veterinarian role is onsite in Portland, ME. in the listing’s structured pay information. Veterinary Emergency Group’s mission is to help people and their pets when they need it most through emergency veterinary care. The veterinarian evaluates and treats emergency patients, develops diagnostic and therapeutic plans, performs emergency procedures, and communicates with pet owners. The role contributes to timely, customer-centered care in a 24/7 emergency hospital, with mentorship and continuing education available.

What you'll do

• Answer medical questions by phone
• assess patients through triage, history, vitals, and physical examinations
• conduct diagnostic measures such as ultrasound, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies
• diagnose conditions and create treatment plans
• discuss diagnoses and options with customers
• prepare estimates
• maintain medical records
• perform minor and major emergency surgeries and endoscopic procedures
• educate customers on aftercare and prevention.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

emergency veterinarian

portland me

veterinary emergency group

emergency medicine

emergency surgery

endoscopy

exotic pets

dvm required

24/7 hospital

mentorship

continuing education

$140k–$185k base plus production

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) match, health and wellness benefits, possible equity eligibility, clinical education and continuing education, travel stipend for eligible full-time employees, student loan repayment, paid parental leave, and employee referral program.

Why this role

Requires a DVM or equivalent degree. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required on a rotating or as-needed basis. The description states a $140,000–$185,000 base salary plus production.

About the employer

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