Emergency Medicine Physician
Company: Optigy Group LLC
Location: Elk Grove Village
Posted on: January 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Veterinary Emergency Doctor - Job Description We engage with
clients meaningfully, offering the highest level of compassion and
care to create an exceptional veterinary emergency experience. The
company has been operating for 6 years and is expanding rapidly,
adding 20-30 hospitals annually. Openings are available due to this
growth. Compensation: Base Salary: $160,000 22% production bonus
(annual earnings of $200,000 - $300,000) Continuing Education (CE):
100% covered (online or in-person), plus $3,500 towards CE-related
travel expenses Shifts: Hours: 7:00 AM 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM 7:00 AM
Swing Shifts: Flexible hours such as 10:00 AM 10:00 PM, 2:00 PM
2:00 AM, or 4:00 PM 4:00 AM Shift Frequency: 156 shifts per year
(typically 3 shifts per week, totaling 12-13 per month) Team: 3-4
doctors per shift Locations: Greater Chicago Area: Schaumburg (6-8
new sites opening January 2025) Buffalo Grove (1) Naperville (2)
South Loop (1) Most hospitals have 10 doctors and 3 leadership
roles: Medical Director, Hospital Manager, and Nursing Manager.
Required Skills & Experience: DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree. 1
year of emergency or critical care experience preferred, but not
required. Experience with exotics preferred; willingness to treat
exotics is required. Basic computer skills for practice management,
electronic medical records (EMR), and collaboration software.
Strong communication skills: ability to listen, speak clearly, and
interact professionally with clients in person and over the phone.
Ability or willingness to perform minor and major emergency
surgeries. Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a
rotating or as-needed basis based on hospital demands. Essential
Functions & Responsibilities: Answer medical questions over the
phone. Triage and treat emergency patients promptly. Gather
relevant information (signalment, presenting complaints, vitals)
and perform physical exams. Use diagnostic tools (ultrasounds,
x-rays, bloodwork, biopsies) to assess pet conditions. Develop and
implement diagnostic and therapeutic plans. Communicate diagnoses
and treatment options with clients. Prepare and present treatment
estimates to clients. Maintain accurate medical records. Educate
clients on the value of tests, treatments, and aftercare. Prescribe
medications and follow drug protocols. Perform minor and major
emergency surgeries. Educate clients on aftercare and preventative
measures.
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