Veterinary Emergency Medicine - Chicago, IL

Veterinary Emergency doctors treat each patient using a problem-based approach to create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan and perform emergency procedures. They spend meaningful time speaking to customers and treat customers with the highest level of compassion and care, creating the veterinary emergency experience for customers. The company has been around for 6 years and is adding 20-30 hospitals a year.Openings are due to growth. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Answer medical questions over the phone See patients right away as part of the Veterinary Emergency Triage and Spikes Gather the signalment, presenting complaint, vitals and physical exam Conduct physical examinations of animals, along with other required investigatory measures such as ultrasounds, x-rays, bloodwork, and biopsies Complete a diagnosis of each pet's condition to create a diagnostic and therapeutic plan Communicates diagnosis and treatment options directly with customers Prepares and presents estimates to customers Create and review medical records to ensure they are accurate Demonstrate the value of the tests and treatments performed by speaking with the customer and addressing their concerns Prescribe medications and follow all legally required drug protocols Perform minor and major emergency surgeries Educate customers on after care and preventative measures where appropriate