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BluePearl Vet
Winnetka, Illinois

Emergency Veterinarian

Veterinarian Top 25% in Emergency Medicine (Veterinary)Full-Time

Listed compensation

$140K - $180K

Listing transparency3 of 6 stated

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a full-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our growing Emergency team!

We are an integral part of our multi-specialty and emergency hospitals and work closely with all the specialists in our hospitals. We understand the importance of prompt and skillful veterinary care in emergency situations, and our team of dedicated professionals is committed to delivering compassionate care to our patients.

Discover Life at BluePearl Northfield

Our BluePearl Northfield hospital is a 24 hour emergency and specialty center serving the north and northwest suburbs of Chicago. With an ER veterinarian always on site, the team is supported by a modern, state of the art facility designed to deliver advanced and efficient care around the clock.

You will have access to a full range of diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including CT, ultrasound, and digital radiography, along with 24 hour surgical support. The hospital offers a strong mix of specialties, including cardiology, emergency and critical care, surgery, internal medicine, and oncology, creating a highly collaborative environment where cases are shared and expertise is readily accessible.

Explore Our Hospital and Community: https://bluepearlvet.com/hospital/northfield-il/

As one of two BluePearl hospitals in the Chicago metro area, Northfield is known for its supportive team culture, open communication, and commitment to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. It is a setting where you can continue to grow clinically while working alongside experienced specialists and a dedicated support team.

Living in the Chicago Area

The Chicago metropolitan area is a great place to live and work! Chicago is a world class and pet-friendly city with a welcoming environment. From a vibrant restaurant scene and exciting nightlife to breathtaking architecture, museums, theater and exploring unique neighborhoods there is always something fun to see and do. Lake Michigan offers stunning beauty year-round with easy swimming, boating, paddleboard and kayaking access. Chicago is highly bike friendly with numerous athletic and outdoor experiences. Love sports? Chicago is home to the Cubs (2016 World Series Champs!), White Sox, Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks. And, of course, there is Chicago deep dish pizza!

Why BluePearl?

To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning, and we value your health and well-being. Our full-time associates are provided:

Benefits: 401(k) with employer match, Parental Leave plans, Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans, Fertility plans, employer-paid STD and LTD; depending on individual elections and utilization of our benefits offerings, the average total value of benefits offered at BluePearl is $30,000.

DVM stipend

Outstanding technician support. Because we encourage associate growth, you are surrounded by dedicated, experienced team members. Our technicians are leveled by skillset and advance as more skills and experience are gained. We focus on developing our associates into leaders through various programs and workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in his/her career.

Mars Veterinary Health and BluePearl 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 wellbeing, particularly combatting inherent mental health challenges faced by veterinary professionals.

Regional Social Workers to assist with stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management skills.

LYRA - confidential care for your emotional and mental health, how, when, and where you need it. Access to 12 FREE sessions.

*BluePearl Library –access more than 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 that houses resources for system training, continuing education, compliance, and personal development. Learning communities exist for all our training and mentorship programs.

*RECOVER CPR certifications – FREE continuing education and Basic and Advanced Life Support certifications are available.

BluePearl Pet Care Discounts

Additional Discounts including pet supplies, Royal Canin pet food, Mars candy products, cell phone discounts, car discounts.

  • Annual company store allowance.
  • Plumb’s Veterinary Drugs - FREE for all Associates.
  • VETgirl – FREE membership.

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!

The future is yours to create. We have a wide array of opportunities and growth paths within the organization and within Mars Vet Health. Including access Mars Center for Veterinary Excellence a platform for knowledge sharing across all Mars Veterinary Health business units. Step up, stand out, get involved, and put your mark on our amazing profession!

The Kind of Person We're Excited to Work With:

You possess the qualifications: A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree.

You're officially certified: Holding a valid state veterinary license

You have an unwavering commitment to emergency care: Self-directed, committed ongoing learner. Must be driven to continuously improve and stay up to date with industry developments and dedicated to upholding the highest standards of quality.

You're a pro at solving problems: Your decision-making skills are top-notch. You possess outstanding analytical capacity, attention to detail, and follow through.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment: You have a knack for multitasking and can skillfully prioritize in high volume environment.

If you're already familiar with Google Apps for Work and have experience with Cornerstone Practice Management software, that's a bonus!

Compensation Highlights

  • Average Base Range: $140,000-$180,000 plus commissions
  • Relocation Assistance & Sign-On Bonus available! ​

This position is eligible for production compensation with No Negative Accrual. Production is paid out quarterly.

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.

Why BluePearl? Because it is an exceptional place to work!

Key Responsibilities

Provide prompt and skillful emergency veterinary care within a multi-specialty hospital environment. Collaborate with specialists to deliver comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to patients around the clock.

Requirements

Must hold a DVM or VMD degree and a valid state veterinary license. Requires a commitment to continuous learning and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Diagnostic ImagingCT ScanProblem SolvingPrioritization

Emergency Medicine Career Context

In Illinois, the Veterinarian weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$137k (37 salary observations; 132 listings), vs ~$141k nationally (541 salary observations; 3,283 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $160k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Emergency Medicine (Veterinary)

  • Includes call

Living in Winnetka

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1,070k
Median resident rent
$1,842/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About BluePearl Vet

Veterinary Services
Tampa, Florida
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer match
Parental leave
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Fertility plans
Short-term disability