New ER Doctor (NERD) Program: Starts Jan 2027 Practicing Veterinarians - Peabody, MA
Core
Transforming practicing non-emergency veterinarians into confident emergency medicine doctors through a six-month immersive training program.
Role type
Veterinary Emergency Medicine Resident (Training Program)
Builds
Emergency care for people and pets, including exotic animals, surgeries, and critical care.
Domain
Veterinary Medicine / Emergency Medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
DVM/VMD degree, 1+ years of practicing veterinary 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 emergency medicine, empathy, humility, curiosity, ownership mindset
Technologies
Point-of-care ultrasound, GI endoscopy, BLS/ALS Rescuer CPR
Responsibilities
Work side-by-side with experienced doctors on real ER cases, perform small animal emergency surgery, conduct critical care lab work, attend weekly case discussions and literature reviews, complete 160+ hours of RACE-approved CE hours
Seniority
Junior (Resident/Trainee)