Part Time Emergency Veterinarian
About this role
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Richmond, VA, formerly known as Dogwood Veterinary Center, is hiring Emergency Veterinarians.
Our pet hospital serves central Virginia communities such as Charlottesville, Fredericksburg and Petersburg providing specialty and emergency services. When pets need emergency care, seconds count. And if a veterinary specialist is needed, we are ready for that too. Join our experienced team of veterinarians, vet technicians and support staff who work closely together to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care that pet needs and deserve.
About BluePearl, Richmond:
Our 20,000-square-foot hospital underwent a full remodel of the ICU and reception entrance completed in summer 2022. The remodel of the ICU now houses a brand-new CT (64 slice). The hospital also houses an on-site MRI and a full complement of orthopedic, laparoscopic, thoracoscopy, and arthroscopic surgical equipment. Our internal medicine service with state-of-the-art endoscopy, ultrasound, and complete ancillary radiographic diagnostic capabilities.
Perks to living in Richmond:
Rich in culture and history, Richmond, the River City, serves as the capital city of Virginia. Situated along the James River, the city has played a critical role in both state and national history. The sprawling metropolitan area is home to both world-class restaurants and little-known, but well-loved cafes and diners. With a population of over 200,000, the city has seen an urban renewal in recent years with numerous breweries, boutiques, shops, rooftop bars, and music venues calling Richmond home. Kayaking, biking, walking trails, Virginia Commonwealth University, University of Richmond, and numerous museums are other great reasons to enjoy Richmond.
Want to get out of the city for a while? Its proximity to Virginia Beach, The Outer Banks, Washington DC, Charlottesville, and the Blue Ridge Mountains make for easy day trips, or weekend getaways. And don't forget two world-class theme parks, Kings Dominion, and Busch Gardens - right in your own back yard!
Want to go further? Richmond International Airport is only minutes outside the city. With so much to offer, and so many things to see and do, Richmond is a wonderful place to call home!
Read all about Richmond at https://www.visitrichmondva.com/things-to-do/
Why BluePearl?
Our full-time Associates enjoy a competitive and holistic benefits package, including:
Competitive base salary
Additional earning potential through quarterly production bonus, NO NEGATIVE ACCRUAL.
Health & Financial Wellbeing: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, fertility support, paid parental leave, and employer-paid short- and long-term disability. 401(k) retirement savings with up to 3.5% company match.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options, generous paid time off, and dedicated programs to promote emotional and mental health
Regional Social Workers to support stress management, communication skills, and compassion fatigue
LYRA Health - 12 free confidential sessions for emotional and mental health care.
Annual Clinician Stipend: Annual continuing education allowances, free CE sessions, and access to BluePearl University - our own built-in learning management system that houses resources for system training, continuing education, compliance, and personal development. Learning communities exist for all our training and mentorship programs.
BluePearl Science: Participate in ongoing clinical research, gain mentorship from academic leaders, and contribute to studies that advance veterinary medicine
BluePearl Library: Access to 2,000+ veterinary and health science journals.
Licensing & Memberships: Coverage for PLIT and DEA license costs, AVMA dues, and more.
RECOVER CPR Certifications: Complimentary Basic and Advanced Life Support certifications.
VETgirl Membership: Free for all Associates.
BluePearl Pet Care Discounts
Exclusive Discounts on pet supplies, Royal Canin pet food, Mars products, cell phones, and vehicles.
Annual Company Store Allowance
Plumb’s Veterinary Drugs: Free access for all Associates.
Efficiency Tools: Save valuable time with Talk-a-too and Text Expander dictation systems.
As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re united by a shared purpose to make a better world for pets and the people who care for them. We take a holistic approach to supporting our 70,000+ Associates through equity, inclusion, diversity, and mental health advocacy, recognizing the unique challenges faced by veterinary professionals.
Join BluePearl Cares, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to making emergency and specialty care accessible for all. Also a first-of-its-kind Vet-TROMA U.S. Army partnership.
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. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Company at a glance
We have hospitals located throughout the country, many of which are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Our veterinarians use innovative procedures, high-tech equipment and the latest treatment methods to provide comprehensive medical care to pets. We combine this expertise with a love for animals and the belief that kindness is the foundation of veterinary medicine.
Our mission: Provide exceptional specialty and emergency care for pets by supporting each other through our shared passion, knowledge and talents.
At BluePearl, we recognize that pets are part of the family. We honor the human-animal bond by providing the very best in advanced medical care for pets – including techniques that were once reserved exclusively for humans.
Our vision: Elevate the industry in pursuit of sustainable veterinary excellence so pets receive the best care when they need it most.
We are committed to upholding the highest medical standards and are constantly searching for new and better ways to treat our patients and advance our profession.
Our Guiding Principles
These Five Principles connect all of our BluePearl hospitals and guide the actions and decisions of our Associates every day.
Quality: Quality begins with delivering our best to the people and pets we serve. It continues through all that we do.
Responsibility: We take responsibility without being asked. We support the responsibilities of others.
Mutuality: A mutual benefit is a shared benefit. A shared benefit will endure.
Efficiency: Our resources are precious. Being efficient helps us accomplish more and waste less.
Freedom: Freedom lets us shape our future. Performance allows us to remain free.
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Top Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Fertility support
- Paid parental leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) retirement savings
- Company match
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid time off
- Mental health support
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional license coverage
- Pet care discounts
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