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BluePearl Vet
Paramus, New Jersey

Veterinary Small Animal Surgeon

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Listing transparency2 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 Paramus, NJ is seeking a full-time Small Animal Surgeon to build and lead a high-performing surgical service. If you thrive on measurable results, strategic growth, leading innovation and a unique incentive plan —this is your opportunity to make it happen.

Apply today and turn potential into performance and financial success.

Eligible for a Sign-on bonus of up to $100,000!

What You’ll Do

  • Perform advanced surgical procedures using state-of-the-art diagnostics.
  • Collaborate with a strong, multidisciplinary specialty and ER team.
  • Provide compassionate, clear communication to pet owners.
  • Contribute to a culture focused on learning, excellence, and continuous improvement.

What You Bring

  • DVM/VMD and surgical residency completion (or residency-trained).
  • NJ veterinary license (or ability to obtain).
  • Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
  • Team-focused, compassionate, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Unique Opportunities

BluePearl Cares: 501(c)(3) expanding access to care.

Vet-TROMA: First-of-its-kind partnership with the U. S. Army.

Advanced skills training through partnerships with Arthrex and Norfolk Medical

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation + unique incentive plan
  • 401(k) with match; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
  • Parental & fertility benefits; employer-paid STD/LTD
  • Annual clinician stipend
  • Exceptional technician support & regional social workers
  • Free access to VetGirl, VetFolio, OntheFloor@Dove
  • BluePearl University, BluePearl Science, and 2,000+ journal library
  • Mental health support: LYRA (12 free sessions) + EAP
  • Pet care discounts, Royal Canin, Mars products, travel, electronics & more
  • Annual company store allowance

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.

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Key Responsibilities

Perform advanced surgical procedures using state-of-the-art diagnostics while leading a high-performing surgical service. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary specialty and ER team to provide compassionate care and clear communication to pet owners.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM/VMD degree and have completed a surgical residency. A valid NJ veterinary license or the ability to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Small animal surgeryClinical skillsTeam collaborationLeadership

Surgery Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 86% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 18.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution23 jobs · 9 employers

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in Paramus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$987k
Typical market rent
$5,508/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (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

Sign-on bonus up to $100,000
Competitive compensation + unique incentive plan
401(k) with match
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
Parental & fertility benefits
Employer-paid STD/LTD
Annual clinician stipend
Exceptional technician support