Pays $140k-$350k — Veterinarian market median is ~$149k (641 jobs) · Top 25% in Emergency Medicine (Veterinary) for work-life (1.5/10, vs 387 in this specialty)
Emergency Veterinarian - Honolulu, HI
About the Role
Emergency veterinarian for 24/7 hospital. Nights, weekends, holidays required. $140K-$350K. Honolulu, HI.
Join Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) as a Emergency Veterinarian – $140K-$350K, Sign-On Bonus in Honolulu, Hawaii. 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
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- QPR Training
- Free Therapy/Counseling
- Equity Eligible
- Unlimited ER CE
- Travel Stipend ($2,500/year credentialed, $1,000/year uncredentialed)
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 Honolulu, Hawaii.
Key Responsibilities
The Emergency Veterinarian will perform triage, conduct physical examinations, 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 hold a DVM or equivalent degree and possess strong skills in emergency medicine, including soft tissue surgery and endoscopy. 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 Medicine Career Context
Of the 40 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 75% have no call, 75% require no weekends.
Hawaii's cost-of-living index is 186.4 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$245k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $131k in an average-cost state — Hawaii ranks #12 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 64.8% of Hawaii clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis 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...
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