Urgent Care Veterinarian
Compensation
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Washington, PA (South Hills) is seeking an Urgent Care Veterinarian to join our team in a large referral setting which includes seven criticalists combined at our three Pittsburgh locations offering you the opportunity to practice the highest standard of quality medicine and patient care.
BluePearl, Pittsburgh South is proud to offer
- Annual base salary with additional earning potential through quarterly production (NO negative accrual)
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- Advanced training opportunities in surgery, endoscopy, and ultrasound
BluePearl is proud to offer our full-time associates
- 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!
About BluePearl, Washington (South Hills)
Comprehensive multi-specialty and referral hospital in Western Pennsylvania.
13,500 square-foot facility opened in 2017 and offers a variety of services including after-hours emergency medicine on evenings and weekends, and specialists in critical care, cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, radiology, and surgery.
Houses several advanced treatment and diagnostic services including an on-site 64 slice CT, 2 ultrasound machines, video endoscopy, digital radiography, and dedicated suites for endoscopy and ultrasound.
Additional services such as blood bank, comprehensive in-house laboratory with commercial grade equipment, and pharmacy are also provided.
BluePearl Pittsburgh North and Monroeville (now open!), sister hospitals of BP South, collaborate to offer a variety of services and support, including round-the-clock emergency medicine, advanced MRI, and specialists in cardiology, critical care, dermatology, internal medicine, medical oncology, neurology, ophthalmology, radiation oncology, radiology, and surgery.
Within our Pittsburgh network, we have a house officer program consisting of rotating interns, emergency and critical care interns and residents, and surgical interns and residents, leading to an Inclusive and teamwork-driven environment.
The Rewards for You at BluePearl
Excel in a dynamic environment as an emergency veterinarian, delivering expert care to critically ill or injured pets.
Embrace our commitment to innovation by utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic tools and perform life-saving procedures, contributing to a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team of specialists to make a real impact on the lives of pets and their owners.
Engage with pet owners compassionately, providing clear communication on medical conditions and treatment plans.
Thrive in a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, with the opportunity to contribute to our unwavering dedication to exceptional care and the chance to make a difference every day.
Essentials for Achieving Excellence at BluePearl
- DVM/VMD degree required.
- Completion of a rotating internship or residency in emergency and critical care preferred but not required.
- Current license to practice veterinary medicine in this state.
Strong diagnostic and clinical skills, with the ability to make rapid and accurate assessments in emergency situations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate bedside manner.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Why BluePearl? Because it is an exceptional place to work!
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
Deliver expert emergency medical care to critically ill or injured pets in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary hospital environment. Collaborate with specialists and support staff to perform life-saving procedures and communicate treatment plans effectively to pet owners.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DVM/VMD degree and a current license to practice veterinary medicine in the state. Completion of a rotating internship or residency in emergency and critical care is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Urgent Care Career Context
Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 16.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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