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Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

Emergency Veterinarian - Santa Cruz, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) · United States

Posted 23 days ago · $140,000.00 – $350,000.00

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
23 days
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)'s roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
29% of Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)'s roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
high
715 stale, 2 reposted of 1,152 open
Hiring momentum
1618 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)'s own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG).

About this role

As an Emergency Veterinarian at VEG, you will handle a variety of emergency cases, including surgeries and treatments for all types of pets, including exotics. You will work in a team-oriented environment, providing immediate care and support to pet owners while also engaging in continuous learning and mentorship opportunities. Your role will involve direct communication with customers about diagnoses and treatment plans, as well as performing medical procedures and educating pet owners on aftercare.

Our read on this posting4.6out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) as an employer.

What you need

  • A DVM or equivalent degree
  • Experience in emergency medicine, including emergency surgery and endoscopy
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Physical ability to stand for prolonged hours and lift up to 25 kg independently

What you get

  • Competitive compensation with a salary range of $140,000.00 – $350,000.00 per year
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one
  • Eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment
  • Unlimited ER continuing education with a travel stipend
  • Clinical student loan repayment assistance
  • Paid parental leave up to 10 weeks at 100% salary

Worth weighing

  • No specific details on the exact nature of the emergency cases handled
  • The role involves working in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors
  • The salary range is quite broad, which may indicate variability in compensation based on experience or performance

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Listed by Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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