Veterinarian Hospitalist

About the role

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Veterinarian Hospitalist to provide medical oversight to a variety of hospitalized veterinary patients. You will join our large referral team setting where we have 7 criticalists combined in both of our Pittsburgh locations and a house officer program consisting of rotating interns, emergency and critical care interns and residents, and surgical interns and residents.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat animals with illnesses and injuries.
• Evaluate patient status, make timely treatment and diagnostic plans/orders, administer medications, interpret diagnostic test results, communicate effectively with the pet owner/client and primary care veterinarian, and collaborate on patient care with other veterinarians within the practice.
• Dress animal wounds and treats animals with fractures.
• Write prescriptions for sick animals.
• Complete appropriate documentation and request referrals from other specialists as needed.
• Serve as a hospital leader in setting a pleasant, engaging, and professional work environment.

Requirements

• DVM/VMD degree required.
• Completion of a rotating internship or residency in emergency and critical care preferred but not required.
• Current license to practice veterinary medicine in this state.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills, with the ability to make rapid and accurate assessments in emergency situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate bedside manner.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Competitive base salary and additional earning potential through quarterly production bonus (NO negative accrual).
• Sign-on bonus.
• Relocation package.
• Ongoing CE opportunities.

Skills

• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Growth and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to mentor the next generation of veterinarians through BluePearl's training programs (EmERge, rotating internship, externships, and residencies).
• 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 WorkersLYRA - 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 Associate 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

Competitive base salary and additional earning potential through quarterly production bonus (NO negative accrual).

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the hospital and the individual.

BluePearl Cares!

YOU can be part of BluePearl Cares, a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit, committed to delivering on its mission of making emergency and specialty care accessible for all. Ask us for details or check out this video!

Why BluePearl?

Because it is an exceptional place to work! BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.