EmERge Veterinarian

Our Blue Pearl hospital in Lawrenceville, GA is proud to offer an Emergency Veterinarian Training Program called EmERge. This hospital was founded in 1998 as part of Georgia Veterinary Specialists, the largest private multi-specialty referral hospital in Georgia.

About Us:

Our services and specialties include 24/7 emergency medicine, diagnostic imaging and radiology, dermatology and allergy medicine, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology , ophthalmology, and orthopedic/soft tissue surgery. The 5500-square-foot facility offers several advanced diagnostic and therapeutic options, including upper and lower GI endoscopy, diagnostic ultrasound, arthroscopy, laparoscopy , and cataract surgery. The board-certified clinicians at our Blue Pearl Georgia hospitals are also committed to actively participating in the continued process of education, publication, and research.

Why Gwinnett?

There are plenty of fun things to do in Atlanta! Our city is home to the Georgia Aquarium, Six Flags, the College Football Hall of Fame, Stone Mountain, Centennial Park, the Chattahoochee River, SEC football, several professional sports teams , and year-round arts & music festivals. Georgia's four seasons are perfect for the outdoor enthusiast - it's only a short-day trip to the mountains or the coast!

Who is it for?

The Blue Pearl emERge Program is designed to give veterinary school graduates the necessary training to become successful Emergency Veterinarians. It is a full-time job from the very beginning, and we will prepare you for your first solo emergency shift at one of our Blue Pearl hospitals. The program combines lectures, interactive seminars, labs, mentoring, and hands-on practice experience. Not only will you receive valuable training from experienced Veterinarians, you will also be paid a salary from the first day of your course.

• This program does not replace or substitute an internship which is required for application to a residency.
• A graduate of an accredited veterinary school
• Individual with a sincere interest in becoming an Emergency Veterinarian
• A current Veterinarian looking for a career change.

Program Structure:

EmERge is a one-year training program divided into three segments. Your salary will be tiered and increase as you complete each segment of the program.

• 16 weeks of initial training/boot camp. Four of these weeks will be spent in Clearwater, Florida (lodging & airfare are provided) . The remaining 12 weeks will be at your primary hospital.
• 16 weeks of immersive training, guided by an experienced Veterinarian.
• 20 weeks of experiential training.

The total commitment is two years, including the initial year of training.

Topics of the Training Program:

• Clinician leadership
• Principles of resuscitation and shock
• Sepsis
• Principles of fluid therapy
• Gastrointestinal and urogenital emergencies
• Cardiac and pulmonary emergencies
• Communication techniques
• Neurologic emergencies
• Hemostasis
• Electrolyte disorders
• Immunologic and endocrine emergencies
• Compassion fatigue/burnout
• Stress resilience
• Surgical emergencies

for a video outlining the program:
Blue Pearl EmERge

Why Blue Pearl?

We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in his/her career.

To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, FREE continuing education sessions, our own Blue Pearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.

We also value your health and well-being and as a full-time associate we will be providing you with the following benefits:

• Comprehensive
  Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans; depending on individual elections and utilization of our benefits offerings,
  the average total value of benefits offered at Blue Pearl is $30,000
  .
• 401(k)
  Retirement Savings Plan
  with company match
  .
• Parental Leave plans.
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  .
• DVM stipend - an annual stipend is provided to participate in continuing education, short courses, associated travel, and registration fees.
• We provide outstanding technician support . Because we encourage associate growth, you will be surrounded by a group of dedicated, experienced team members. Our technicians are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in his/her career.
• Mars Veterinary Health and Blue Pearl are dedicated to making a better world for pets and the people who care for them . We believe that starts with equity, inclusion & diversity , and taking a holistic approach to supporting our 70,000+ Associates' health and…