New ER Doctor (NERD) Program: Starts April 2027, Practicing Veterinarians - Warwick, RI
Core
A six-month immersive training program transforming practicing non-emergency veterinarians into full-time emergency doctors at VEG veterinary hospitals.
Role type
Veterinary Emergency Medicine Training Program (New ER Doctor)
Builds
Emergency veterinary care for people and pets in 24/7 open-concept hospitals
Domain
Veterinary Medicine / Emergency Medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Valid DVM/VMD degree, 1+ years practicing veterinarian experience, valid veterinary license, valid DEA registration, ability to stand/kneel/lift, willingness to work nights/weekends/holidays
Preferred skills
Passion for emergency medicine, empathy, humility, curiosity, ownership
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
Seniority
Entry-level for ER (requires prior experience as a general practitioner)