Emergency Veterinarian (Relief) - Memphis, TN

About the role

VEG was founded in 2014 with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most, challenging the status quo of the emergency experience. The company now operates nationwide hospitals open 24/7, 365 days a year, featuring open‑concept facilities that handle every kind of emergency case—including exotics—and foster a customer‑focused environment where families can stay with their pets. VEG employees, affectionately called VEGgies, work in a supportive culture that emphasizes mentorship, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow in unexpected directions. VEG has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.

Responsibilities

• Answer medical questions over the phone
• See patients right away as part of the VEG Triage and VEG Spikes, ensuring people see a doctor immediately and allowing families to stay with their pets
• Gather signalment, presenting complaint, vitals, and perform physical examinations
• Conduct required investigatory measures such as ultrasounds, X‑rays, bloodwork, and biopsies
• Complete a diagnosis for each pet and 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 by speaking with customers and addressing their concerns
• Perform minor and major emergency surgeries
• Perform endoscopic procedures
• Educate customers on after‑care and preventative measures where appropriate

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Live and breathe emergency medicine, including emergency surgery (soft tissue) and endoscopy
• Thrive in team‑oriented environments (e.g., hospital retreats, team dinners, happy hours)
• Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance
• Willingness 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 according to hospital needs
• Ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment with people from all backgrounds and different personality types

Skills

• Empathetic, with a people‑centric approach when supporting colleagues or understanding different perspectives
• Sense of humility—acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and lifting up teammates’ accomplishments
• Strong sense of ownership over work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to long‑term, impactful results
• Curious by nature; asks insightful questions and continuously seeks opportunities to learn and grow skills and knowledge

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible work schedules to support life outside of work
• Generous referral reward program
• Comfy scrubs
• Cool VEG swag
• Food in the fridge for when you're hungry