Emergency Service Head Veterinarian

About the role

The Emergency Service Head Veterinarian is a clinically practicing manager of the hospital’s Emergency Service team. This role supervises ER Clinicians, responsible for all day-to-day matters impacting direct reports including scheduling, hiring, training, mentoring, facilitating regular ER meetings, and representing the ER team as a hospital leader. The incumbent works during a variety of shifts to support the team and collaborates with the Medical Director to ensure the highest level of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the Emergency Service team, including scheduling, hiring, training, mentoring, and facilitating regular ER meetings.
• Represent the ER team as a hospital leader, collaborating with the Medical Director to ensure the highest level of patient care.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure the highest level of patient care.
• Support the team during various shifts to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

• DVM from an accredited university required.
• Successful completion of rotating internship or the BluePearl’s EmERge program required.
• 2+ years of clinical experience required.
• Must possess valid applicable DVM licensure.
• Demonstrated capacity to multitask and successfully manage competing priorities required.
• Prior shift lead experience preferred.
• Strong leadership ability with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated stress tolerance and attention to detail.
• Strong ability to mentor and train less experienced Clinicians and Interns.

Qualifications

Must possess valid applicable DVM licensure. Successful completion of rotating internship or the BluePearl’s EmERge program required. 2+ years of clinical experience required. Demonstrated capacity to multitask and successfully manage competing priorities required. Prior shift lead experience preferred. Strong leadership ability with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated stress tolerance and attention to detail. Strong ability to mentor and train less experienced Clinicians and Interns.

Skills

Excellent communication skills, ability to multitask, and strong leadership abilities are essential. Must be able to handle stressful situations and maintain composure while providing compassionate care.

Benefits

• Annual ERSH base salary up to $220,000, based on experience.
• Additional compensation through annual ER Service Head stipend, up to $20,000.
• Additional earning potential through quarterly production bonus.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans.
• Parental Leave and Fertility plans.
• Employer-paid short term, and long-term disability.
• Clinician annual stipend.
• Outstanding technician support.
• Regional Social Workers.
• LYRA - confidential care for your emotional and mental health.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 3 FREE face-to-face visits with a specialist.
• BluePearl Library – FREE access to 2,000+ veterinary and health science journals.
• BluePearl Science – participate and learn from ongoing clinical studies at BluePearl.
• BluePearl University – our own built-in learning management system.
• RECOVER CPR certifications – FREE.
• BluePearl Pet Care Benefits (BluePearl Plan and TruPanion Insurance).
• Additional Discounts: pet supplies, Royal Canin pet food, Mars candy products, cell phone, car purchase, car rental, travel, and more.
• Annual company store allowance.
• FREE membership to VetGirl, VetFolio, OntheFloor@Dove.

Pay

Annual ERSH base salary up to $220,000, based on experience.

Schedule

Works during a variety of shifts to support the team and collaborate with the Medical Director to ensure the highest level of patient care.