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BluePearl Vet
Rockville, Maryland

EmERge - Emergency Veterinarian Mentorship Training Program

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

Listed compensation

$120K

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

Job Description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is proud to offer our Emergency Veterinarian Mentorship Training Program - EmERge. Our EmERge provide you with the skills and the confidence that you need to be a successful Emergency Veterinarian at one of our state-of-the-art hospitals through one-on-one peer guided mentorship.

The BluePearl 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 BluePearl hospitals. The program combines lectures, interactive seminars, labs, mentoring, and hands-on practice experience. Not only will you receive valuable training from experienced Veterinarians, but you will also be paid a salary from the first day of your course.

  • What you Need to be considered for BluePearl’s EmERge program:
  • You must be a graduate of an AVMA accredited veterinary school or have the ECFVG certification.
  • You must have passed (or pending) the NAVLE.
  • You must have (or be eligible for) a license to practice in the state of interest.

Why you should join EmERge

You will receive one-to-one peer guided mentorship in emergency medicine designed to prepare you to become a highly trained and confident emergency clinician.

The program provides valuable experience by combining case-based lectures, interactive seminars, hands-on practice labs, and mentoring.

Joining BluePearl's EmERge program will provide you with the opportunity to learn from the highest skilled emergency clinicians in the industry, offering the highest quality of medicine for pets and the community.

Not only will you receive valuable training from experienced veterinarians, but you will also be paid real world salary from the first day of your course.

Program Structure

EmERge is a one-year training program, followed by a one-year post-EmERge commitment. The EmERge program is divided into 3 phases:

Phase 1 (Weeks 1-14)

4 Weeks of Bootcamp: A combination of virtual (Weeks 1-2) and in-person (Weeks 3-4) training to build foundational emergency medicine skills.

2 Weeks of Specialty Rotations: Gain exposure to various specialties to enhance your understanding and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

8 Weeks of ER Shifts: Apply your training in a real-world setting under the mentorship of experienced emergency clinicians.

Phase 2 (Weeks 15-32)

Increased Responsibility: Transition to managing more complex cases with greater independence while still receiving guidance from mentors.

ER Shift Focus: Work full shifts in the ER, continuing to develop critical thinking and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.

Ongoing Mentorship: Regular check-ins with mentors to review cases, address challenges, and refine clinical skills.

Exposure to Diverse Cases: Handle a variety of emergency cases to broaden expertise and build confidence in emergency medicine.

Ongoing Didactics: Participate in a weekly webinar series designed to enhance your learning and keep you updated on the latest practices in emergency veterinary medicine.

Phase 3 (Weeks 33-52)

Independent Case Management: Take on full responsibility for managing emergency cases, showcasing confidence and competence in clinical decision-making.

Continued Collaboration: Work alongside the hospital team to provide exceptional patient care while honing leadership and communication skills.

Advanced Skill Application: Apply advanced diagnostic and procedural skills gained throughout the program to handle high-acuity cases.

Mentor Support: Maintain access to mentor guidance as needed, ensuring continued growth and support.

Ongoing Didactics: Participate in a weekly webinar series designed to enhance your learning and keep you updated on the latest practices in emergency veterinary medicine.

  • BluePearl is proud to offer real-world salary for EmERge:
  • Phase one salary (Weeks 1-14): $120,000
  • Phase two salary (Weeks 15-32): $120,000
  • Phase three salary (Weeks 33-52): full-time ER Clinician market rate salary plus quarterly production bonus

Click here for a video outlining the program

Click here to read about the program on the BluePearl website.

BluePearl is proud to offer these amazing benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans.
  • Parental Leave and Fertility plans.
  • Employer-paid short term, and long-term disability.
  • Clinician annual stipend.
  • Outstanding technician support.
  • Regional Social Workers

LYRA - confidential care for your emotional and mental health. 12 FREE sessions.

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 3 FREE face-to-face visits with a specialist.
  • BluePearl Library –FREE access to 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.
  • RECOVER CPR certifications – FREE.
  • BluePearl Pet Care Benefits (BluePearl Plan and TruPanion Insurance).

Additional Discounts: pet supplies, Royal Canin pet food, Mars candy products, cell phone, car purchase, car rental, travel, and more.

  • Annual company store allowance.
  • FREE membership to VetGirl, VetFolio, OntheFloor@Dove

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 or check out this video!

Vet-TROMA – First-of-Its-Kind Veterinary Partnership with the U. S. Army – check it out!

  • Check out the BluePearl Blood Bank, where every blood donor is considered a hero. https://bluepearlvet.com/blood-bank/

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.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in a structured one-year mentorship program to develop foundational and advanced emergency medicine skills. Manage emergency cases with increasing independence while collaborating with a multidisciplinary hospital team.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an AVMA accredited veterinary school or hold ECFVG certification. Candidates must have passed or be pending the NAVLE and be eligible for a state veterinary license.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Diagnostic skillsMultidisciplinary collaboration

Emergency Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 86% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 16.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $114k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Top 25% in Emergency Medicine (Veterinary)

  • Includes call

Living in Rockville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$624k
Typical market rent
$2,405/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Parental Leave and Fertility plans
Employer-paid short term and long-term disability
Clinician annual stipend
Outstanding technician support
Regional Social Workers
LYRA - 12 free mental health sessions