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Pays $140k-$350k — Veterinarian market median is ~$170k (100 jobs) · Top 25% in Emergency Medicine (Veterinary) for work-life (1.5/10, vs 388 in this specialty)

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Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
San Diego, California

Emergency Veterinarian - San Diego, CA

Veterinarian Top 25% in Emergency Medicine (Veterinary)Full-Time
Posted 2h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Full-time ER veterinarian. 24/7 hospital, nights/weekends/holidays required. $140K-$350K. San Diego, CA.

Join Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) as a Emergency Veterinarian – San Diego, CA in San Diego, California. ABOUT VEG 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.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $140K - $350K
  • Student loan repayment assistance.
  • 401K match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • QPR training
  • Free therapy or counseling
  • Equity after one year
  • Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend
  • Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in San Diego, California.

Key Responsibilities

The Emergency Veterinarian will perform triage, conduct physical exams, and execute diagnostic and therapeutic plans for pets in an emergency setting. They are also responsible for performing emergency surgeries, communicating treatment options to customers, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a DVM or equivalent degree and have a strong background in emergency medicine and soft tissue surgery. The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Emergency medicineEmergency surgeryEndoscopyTriagePhysical examinationUltrasoundX-rayBloodworkBiopsyDiagnostic planningTherapeutic planningCustomer communicationMedical record keepingSoft tissue surgeryTeam collaboration

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 1.5/10 on work-life balance for Veterinarian roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 100 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

Top Veterinarian Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution25 jobs · 21 employers

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$225k-250k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 21 employers

CME allowance
96%
401k / retirement match
96% this job
Sign-on bonus
83%
Relocation assistance
83%
Loan repayment
25% this job

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About Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

Veterinary Services
White Plains, New York
1,001-5,000 employees
Website All Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) jobs

Benefits & Perks

401K match
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
QPR training
Free therapy or counseling
Equity after one year
Unlimited ER CE + travel stipend
Clinical student loan repayment
Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks
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