April 2027 New ER Doctor Program: 2027 Graduates

About the role

The role immerses recent veterinary graduates in a six-month emergency medicine program to prepare them for full-time VEG ER positions. It emphasizes clinical readiness, mentorship, and customer-focused care in open-concept hospital settings. The position operates across multiple U.S.

Leaders set direction and build the conditions for their teams to succeed. They hire, coach, and hold people accountable. Leadership work spans strategy, communication, and decision making. Effective leaders give clear context and remove obstacles for the people who report to them. Leadership roles are measured by team outcomes, retention, and delivery. Most organizations expect leaders to be visible, predictable, and generous with context.

Key facts

What you'll do

Perform emergency medicine casework, including emergency surgery, critical care, and advanced procedures in an open-concept hospital environment.

Use small animal emergency surgery, critical care lab, and point-of-care ultrasound tools to build clinical confidence and manage diverse cases.

Apply flexible GI endoscopy, abdominal and thoracic imaging, and exotic companion animal care to address varied patient needs.

Master client-centered communication and care practices within a customer-focused emergency setting.

Attend RACE-approved continuing education sessions, including RECOVER ALS and BLS certification, with all costs covered by VEG.

Lift up to 25 kg independently and up to 40 kg with assistance while standing for prolonged periods in a fast-paced environment.

Commit to a predetermined six-month schedule to complete the program and meet all competencies for transition to an ER doctor role.

Requirements

Hold a valid DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree by June 2026.

Maintain a valid veterinary medicine license and DEA registration in the state of practice by the start date.

Stand, kneel, and work on the floor for extended periods.

Lift 25 kg unaided and support 40 kg with assistance.

Tolerate noisy surroundings and strong or unpleasant odors in the clinical environment.

Accept rotating availability for nights, weekends, and holidays based on hospital demand.

Adapt comfortably to fast-paced workflows and interact effectively with people of varied backgrounds and personalities.

Commit to a continuous six-month program schedule without interruption.

Submit an unofficial transcript and resume during the initial application stage.

Provide two reference names and email addresses through the REFAPP third-party system as requested.

Nice to have

Experience with exotic companion animals and advanced emergency procedures.

Previous involvement in mentorship or clinical training environments.

Skills & tools

Emergency surgery equipment and critical care monitoring devices.

Point-of-care ultrasound systems for abdominal, thoracic, and cardiac assessments.

Flexible GI endoscopy tools.

RACE-approved continuing education platforms and certification materials.

Practical notes

The initial application requires an unofficial transcript and resume, with references submitted via REFAPP.

Program participation, mentorship, and clinical rotations are structured and full-time for six consecutive months.

Typical interview steps

Leadership hiring usually includes a strategy case, a people scenario, and a values conversation. Candidates may be asked to turn around a struggling team or plan for growth. Past results are examined closely, especially how decisions were made. Interviewers dig into specific decisions you made and their consequences. Preparing two or three decision stories with numbers and lessons is the best use of time.

Good to know

Veterinary emergency medicine emphasizes rapid decision-making, clinical adaptability, and clear communication under pressure.

Modern emergency hospitals integrate advanced imaging, point-of-care testing, and specialized equipment to support critical care.

Continuing education in veterinary emergency medicine covers surgery, critical care, anesthesia, and imaging.

Team-based mentorship in clinical settings helps build confidence and competence for new graduates.

Work environments in emergency veterinary care vary by caseload, case complexity, and hospital resources.