We are working on behalf of a well-equipped, owner-led hospital in New Bern, NC, that is looking for ER Relief Veterinarians to help cover its emergency service. Overnight ER shifts run Tuesday through Sunday from 5:30pm to 8:00am, and Sunday daytime ER shifts run from 7:30am to 6:00pm. There are sporadic dates open right now, plus a longer block of maternity leave coverage starting in February, so this works whether you want a few one-off shifts or a steady run of work. You will be the only doctor on the floor, but you will not be on your own. The overnight team starts with three technicians at 6pm, two at midnight, and one from 2am until the day team returns around 7am. The practice owner is happy to take a call at any hour for case advice, radiograph interpretation, exotic exams, or an extra pair of hands if the ER gets very busy, and would much rather help than see a shift get away from you. The hospital is fully equipped with an oxygen cage, CO2 surgical laser, CT, ultrasound, and digital radiography. Emergency surgery is part of the role, so you should be comfortable with cases like pyometras, C-sections, and foreign bodies. The caseload includes a fair number of exotics such as guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, and lizards. You do not need to be an exotics expert, just open to examining and helping these patients. The hospital serves a less populated area, so being flexible with treatment plans matters, and the technicians help clients with financing options. A bed is available on site if things are quiet overnight. Shifts are paid at a flat per-shift rate, and you will earn an extra $500 once you complete 5 shifts.