Emergency Veterinarian - Ethos ER Immerse Mentorship Program - West Caldwell, NJ (6 Month Program, On-Site and Off-Site Training Options Available)

Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA) is seeking veterinarians passionate about working in emergency medicine for our 6 month training and mentorship program. We are looking for individuals who are team oriented, driven, reflective, and reliable to train with us and transition into an ER position at AERA.

About Us:

Founded as an after-hours emergency clinic in 1977, AERA is now a 45,000 square foot, 24/7 state-of-the-art hospital with a strong Emergency Service team and specialists in Anesthesiology, Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology, and Surgery located in West Caldwell, NJ. Our tenured support staff includes a team of dedicated ICU nurses, laboratory staff, and pharmacy technicians, some of which have been with AERA for decades.

The Ethos ER Immerse Training Program:

The ER Immerse Program will prepare veterinarians for a sustainable and satisfying career in emergency medicine. Built from the ground up to be different than traditional rotating internship programs, the ERi program has been developed around a curriculum of core competencies essential for an emergency veterinarian. In addition to providing training around clinical knowledge and skills, the program also includes a focus on client and team member communication, professional skills, and life/work integration.

The ER Immerse program utilizes a hybrid training approach incorporating simulation-based didactic components into authentic training experiences with live patients. The curriculum is designed using an evidence-based strategy identifying competencies and skills deemed essential for a successful career as an emergency clinician.

Program Duration/Commitment:

- 6-9 month training program; Flexible start date

- 1 year commitment as an ER clinician at AERA following completion of the training program

Location:

Animal Emergency & Referral Associates (AERA) - 975 Bloomfield Ave, West Caldwell, NJ 07006

Program Highlights:

• Four 12 hour shifts a week

• Rotate with other specialty services during the training program

• Always work with a dedicated mentor on shifts

• No on-call

• Competency-based curriculum that includes asynchronous learning on Vetbloom and weekly live virtual didactic rounds

• Regular live continuing education events led by specialists and experienced emergency doctors

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary of $125,000 during mentorship; Post mentorship salary of $175,000
• Up to $15K Sign-On Bonus!
• Up to $10K Retention Bonus
• NO non-compete
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan
• Access to over 50 medical journals
• $3,500 annual CE stipend and 4 CE days
• Generous PTO to encourage work/life balance
• Uniform allowance up to $300 annually
• Discounted food delivery services from Grubhub
• Hotel accommodations for staff in the event of inclement weather to ensure safety
• Zen room with two massage chairs to encourage rest and relaxation before or after your shift
• Education center on-site used for CE lectures and other community events and activities
• Discounted services for personal pets
• Pet insurance plan options
• Benefit Hub – Discounts on travel, childcare, auto and home insurance, and more!
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for support with mental health and wellness, financial and legal consultations, and LGBTQIA+ support

Want to know more? Upload your CV and apply today, or email Vicki Ojeda, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected] to setup time to chat!