Emergency Veterinarian - Snellville, GA

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In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we’ve expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, and created a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies!

VEG is a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®.

As an Emergency Veterinarian, you are passionate about helping people and their pets, especially in urgent situations. You’ll thrive on handling any emergency, from routine cases to complex surgeries, and treat every kind of pet, including exotics. You’ll lead the hospital floor, mentor staff, and grow your career in unexpected directions.

• Answer medical questions over the phone.
• See patients right away as part of the VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, our unique, customer‑centered way of doing things—ensuring people see a doctor right away and allowing families to stay with their pets.
• Gather the signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and physical exam.
• Conduct physical examinations of animals, along with other required investigatory measures such as ultrasounds, X-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies.
• Complete a diagnosis of each pet’s condition to create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan.
• Communicate diagnosis and treatment options directly with customers.
• Prepare estimates and present them to customers.
• Create and review medical records to ensure accuracy.
• Demonstrate the value of tests and treatments performed by speaking with the customer and addressing their concerns.
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
• Perform endoscopic procedures.
• Educate customers on after care and preventative measures where appropriate.

• A DVM or equivalent degree.
• Live and breathe emergency medicine, including emergency surgery (the soft tissue kind!) and endoscopy.
• Thrive in team‑oriented environments (think hospital retreats, team dinners, happy hours, and more).
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor as well as lift up to 25 kg alone (and support up to 40 kg with assistance).
• Must be willing to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as‑needed basis based on hospital needs.
• Work well in a fast‑paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types.

• Empathetic, instinctively taking a people‑centric approach, whether supporting your colleagues or making an effort to understand different perspectives.
• Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team’s accomplishments.
• Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long‑term, impactful results.
• Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Competitive compensation, including base and 401K match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
• Based on your role, you may be eligible for equity after one year of full‑time, active employment with VEG, so you can share in our growth and success.
• A BIG focus on learning and growth, from VEG‑created clinical and leadership programs to unlimited ER CE + travel stipend (no really!). Full‑time credentialed VEGgies receive a $2,500/year travel stipend. Full‑time uncredentialed VEGgies receive a $1,000/year travel stipend.
• Clinical student loan repayment so you don’t need to worry about your student debt.
• Paid parental leave, up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary and inclusive fertility and family‑building care for all types of families.
• Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work.
• Generous employee referral program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people.
• And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge for when you’re hungry.

At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it's a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. Our mission is "Helping people and their pets when they need it most." We are devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where different perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Veterinary Services