EmERge Emergency Veterinarian Mentorship Training Program

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Blue Pearl Pet Hospital is proud to offer our Emergency Veterinarian Mentorship Training Program, EmERge
, a one–year structured training designed to develop the skills and confidence needed to excel as an emergency veterinarian at one of our state‑of‑the‑art hospitals. The program runs annually, beginning in January and June.

• The applicant must be a graduate of an AVMA‑accredited veterinary school.
• The applicant must have passed or be pending the NAVLE.
• The applicant must have, or be eligible for, a license to practice veterinary medicine in the state of interest.

• One‑to‑one peer‑guided mentorship in emergency medicine.
• Case‑based lectures, interactive seminars, hands‑on practice labs, and regular mentoring sessions.
• Full‑time salary paid from the first day of the program.

The EmERge program is divided into three phases over 52 weeks.

• 4 weeks of Bootcamp: virtual (Weeks 1‑2) and in‑person (Weeks 3‑4) training to build foundational emergency‑medicine skills.
• 2 weeks of Specialty Rotations: exposure to various specialties for multidisciplinary teamwork.
• 8 weeks of ER shifts: application of training in real‑world settings under experienced mentors.

• Increased responsibility with more complex cases and greater independence.
• Full‑shift work in the ER, enhancing critical thinking and decision‑making.
• Regular mentor check‑ins to review cases and refine clinical skills.
• Exposure to a wide variety of emergency cases.
• Weekly webinar series to stay current on best practices.

• Independent case management with full clinical responsibility.
• Collaboration with the hospital team for exceptional patient care.
• Application of advanced diagnostic and procedural skills.
• Ongoing mentor support as needed.
• Continued weekly webinars.

• Phase 1 (Weeks 1‑14): $120,000 per year.
• Phase 2 (Weeks 15‑32): $120,000 per year.
• Phase 3 (Weeks 33‑52):
  Full‑time ER clinician market‑rate salary plus quarterly production bonus.

• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Parental leave and fertility plans.
• Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Clinician annual stipend.
• Outstanding technician support.
• Regional social workers.
• LYRA confidential mental‑health counseling (12 free sessions).
• EAP with free specialist visits.
• Free access to Blue Pearl Library of veterinary science journals.
• Blue Pearl Science involvement in ongoing clinical studies.
• Blue Pearl University LMS.
• RECOVER CPR certification for free.
• Blue Pearl Pet Care benefits (Blue Pearl Plan and Tru Panion).
• Additional discounts on pet supplies, food, leisure, and vehicle purchases.
• Annual company store allowance.
• Free membership to Vet Girl, Vet Folio, and Onthe Floor@Dove.
• Participation in Blue Pearl Cares, the 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit.
• Vet‑TROMA partnership with the U.S. Army.

to read about the program on the Blue Pearl website:
Program Details.

Blue Pearl 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, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company will not penalize any applicant for making such a request. Blue Pearl is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.