Veterinary Emergency Doctor – Job Description

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $160,000 + 22% production bonus (total earnings ranging from $200,000 – $300,000 annually)
• Continuing Education (CE): 100% covered, including online and in-person courses, plus $3,500 for CE-related travel expenses

Shifts:

• Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Swing Shifts: Flexible options (e.g., 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 4:00 AM)
• Shift Frequency: 156 shifts per year (about 3 shifts per week, 12-13 per month)
• Team Size: 3-4 doctors per shift

Locations:

• Greater Chicago Area (Schaumburg, Buffalo Grove, Naperville, South Loop)
  • Schaumburg: 6-8 new sites opening in January 2025
  • Most hospitals have 10 doctors and 3 leadership roles: Medical Director, Hospital Manager, and Nursing Manager.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Education: DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree.
• Experience: 1 year of emergency or critical care experience preferred, but not required.
• Exotic Animal Experience: Preferred, but willingness to treat exotics is required.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in practice management, electronic medical records (EMR), and collaboration software.
• Communication Skills: Must be able to read, speak, and hear clearly to understand and complete tasks. Must communicate professionally in person and over the phone.
• Surgical Skills: Willingness to learn and perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
• Availability: Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Consultations: Answer medical questions over the phone.
• Triage & Treatment: See patients immediately as part of the veterinary emergency triage process.
• Diagnostics: Perform physical exams and necessary tests (e.g., ultrasounds, x-rays, bloodwork, biopsies).
• Diagnosis & Treatment Plans: Develop and communicate diagnostic and therapeutic plans to clients.
• Estimates & Records: Prepare and present treatment estimates and maintain accurate medical records.
• Surgical Procedures: Perform minor and major emergency surgeries.
• Client Education: Educate clients on aftercare and preventative measures as needed.