Veterinary Surgeon

About the role

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital in Chicago, Illinois is seeking to add a full-time, board-certified or residency trained Veterinary Surgeon to an established, busy Surgery service located in Northfield, IL.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced, comprehensive, and compassionate care to patients
• Collaborate with other veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic equipment to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education
• Contribute to the growth and success of the BluePearl Northfield hospital

Requirements

• Board certification or completion of a residency program in veterinary surgery
• Experience in surgical procedures and critical care
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA accredited institution
• Current license to practice veterinary medicine in the state of Illinois
• Passing score on the AVMA Council on Veterinary Medical Accreditation (CVMA) examination

Skills

• Strong surgical skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development

Benefits

• Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food
• Talent development programs and leadership workshops
• Annual continuing education allowance and free continuing education sessions
• Access to over 2,000 medical journals through BluePearl University
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Company store allowance
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans
• Resources for stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management skills

Pay

Compensation Range of $235,000 - $300,000 per year plus commission, dependent on experience.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the hospital.