Emergency Veterinarian - San Diego, CA
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) · San Diego, California, United States
Posted 12 days ago · $140,000 - $350,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 12 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 wide range of emergency cases, including surgeries and treatments for various types of pets, including exotics. Your role involves direct patient care, conducting examinations, diagnosing conditions, and communicating treatment options to pet owners. You will also participate in a supportive team environment that emphasizes mentorship and continuous learning, allowing you to grow your skills and career in veterinary emergency medicine.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- 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 team-oriented environment
- Physical capability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and lift up to 25 kg independently
- Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
What you get
- Competitive compensation with a salary range of $140,000 - $350,000 per year
- Base salary expected between $180,000 - $200,000
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one
- Eligibility for equity after one year of full-time employment
- Focus on learning and growth with unlimited ER CE and travel stipend
- Clinical student loan repayment
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of the hospital's technology stack or equipment used
- High variability in salary range may indicate differing expectations or experience levels
- Fast-paced environment may lead to high stress; candidates should assess their comfort with this
Summarised from Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)'s posting. Read the full original.
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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