New ER Doctor (NERD) Program: January 2027, Practicing Veterinarians - Willow Grove, PA
Core
Transforming practicing non-emergency veterinarians into exceptional, confident ER doctors through a six-month immersive program involving hands-on clinical work, mentorship, and academic teaching.
Role type
Training program for practicing veterinarians transitioning to emergency medicine
Builds
Emergency veterinary care for people and pets
Domain
Veterinary medicine, emergency care, small animal and exotic surgery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Valid DVM/VMD degree, 1+ years of practicing veterinarian experience, valid veterinary license, valid DEA registration, ability to stand/kneel/lift, willingness to work nights/weekends/holidays, ability to work in fast-paced/noisy environments
Preferred skills
Passion for helping people and pets, desire to live and breathe emergency medicine, empathy, humility, curiosity, ownership over work
Technologies
Point-of-care ultrasound, GI endoscopy, critical care lab equipment
Responsibilities
Work side-by-side with experienced doctors on real ER cases, perform surgeries, conduct endoscopy, manage critical care, attend weekly case discussions and literature reviews, complete RACE-approved CE training
Seniority
Mid-level practitioner transitioning to senior IC