Veterinarian, New ER Doctor Program (January 2027)

Job overview

Compensation is $0 per year. The Veterinarian, New ER Doctor Program is an onsite, six-month training program in Indianapolis, IN; , though the posting describes it as competitive. Veterinary Emergency Group’s program prepares practicing non-emergency veterinarians to transition into emergency veterinary practice after successful completion.

What you'll do

• Work hands-on with experienced VEG doctors on emergency cases, with mentorship and feedback. Complete three to four hospital shifts per week across days, swings, and nights, along with weekly case discussions, literature reviews, and practical training. Develop emergency medicine, surgery, endoscopy, exotic-animal, critical-care, and client-centered care skills
• participants earn more than 160 RACE-approved continuing education hours during the program.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinarian

emergency medicine

nerd program

veg

indianapolis in

onsite

six-month training

mentorship

160+ race-approved ce hours

dvm

veterinary surgery

exotics

rotating nights and weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation and benefits from day one
• program CE paid by VEG
• travel stipend for ER continuing education
• equity after one year of full-time active employment
• student loan repayment after the first year
• free exams and 50% off VEG treatments
• pet bereavement leave
• paid parental leave up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary
• flexible schedules.

Why this role

Requires a valid DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree, at least one year as a practicing veterinarian, and a valid state veterinary license and DEA registration by the program start date. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required on a rotating or as-needed basis. Relocation may be required.

About the employer

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