Veterinarian Criticalist

About the role

BluePearl in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a full-time boarded veterinarian criticalist or individuals who have completed a critical care residency training to join our state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital. We are expanding our specialty services due to high caseload, and the continued opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities

• Staff the ER/ICU department with dedicated clinicians and skilled technicians.
• Utilize state-of-the-art equipment including a 64-slice CT, Yag Laser, laparoscopic equipment, fluoroscopy, endoscopic equipment, digital radiography, in-house clinical cytology (DACVP), lithotripsy, phacoemulsification equipment, operating microscope, 24-hour staffing with an intensive care unit equipped with Snyder O2 cages and a separate isolation area.
• Add Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy to the hospital.
• Offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• Encourage growth and development through talent development programs and leadership workshops.
• Provide annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.

Requirements

• Board certified in Critical Care or completed a critical care residency training.
• Experience in emergency and critical care preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA accredited school.
• Current license to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Kentucky.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Anual company store allowance.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid time off, paid parental leave, and floating holiday plans.
• A regional licensed social worker who can provide guidance, advice, and tips/tricks on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while working in a fast-paced emergency and specialty care environment.
• 12 free mental health sessions per year through Lyra.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible to accommodate the needs of the hospital and the individual.