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BluePearl Vet
Langhorne, Pennsylvania

Emergency Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

up to $178,000

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking an Emergency Veterinarian to join our team in Langhorne, PA, part of BluePearl’s Greater Philadelphia Network. The network consists of six multi-specialty and emergency hospitals and one emergency only hospital that provides high quality, compassionate patient care in a collaborative environment. Our hospital in Langhorne serves pets in the communities of Philadelphia, Levittown and Doylestown.

BluePearl, Langhorne Is Proud to Offer

  • Annual base salary up to $178,000, based on level of experience.
  • Additional earning potential through quarterly production bonus (NO negative accrual!).
  • Sign-on bonus.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Ongoing continuing education opportunities.
  • Advanced training opportunities in surgery, ultrasound, and endoscopy.

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 Langhorne

At BluePearl Langhorne (formerly CARES) we have a long history of daily whole hospital patient rounds, exceptional patient care with state-of-the-art medicine, collegial and seamless interactions between services.

Frequent interdepartmental case discussions and collaboration with the goal of providing the best patient care possible.

Well-established 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital in Bucks County Pennsylvania serving eastern Pennsylvania and central New Jersey.

Centrally located near beautiful countryside for outdoor activities, with easy access to Philadelphia and New York City, and close to New Jersey beaches.

VECCS Level 1 Certified Facility with oxygen cages, transfusion products, multiparameter monitors, and new point of care ultrasound machines for our ER and inpatients.

Our hospital was recently renovated to provide opportunity for growth and to better serve our clients and patients.

  • Full in-house laboratory, as well as an adjacent Idexx reference lab.
  • Access to 24/7 radiologist reviews, as well as state-of-the-art imaging with MRI, CT, and ultrasound.

Why You Should Choose Langhorne

Langhorne, PA is a quaint and charming town located in Bucks County.

Langhorne has many parks and green spaces with walking trails, allowing residents to enjoy the beauty of nature. With a variety of restaurants and shops, there is something for everyone in the area.

Public transportation is easily accessible, making it easy to get around town or into nearby cities.

The people in Langhorne are friendly and welcoming, and the community has a strong sense of pride for its hometown.

Overall, living in Langhorne is quite enjoyable - it provides the perfect balance between rural peace and urban convenience located in the extreme southeastern part of Pennsylvania along the Delaware River at the New Jersey border.

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 in emergency (ER) medicine and critical care (ECC) preferred but not required.
  • Ideal candidate will have General Practice (GP) or Humane Animal Medicine practice experience.
  • 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

Provide expert emergency and critical care to injured or ill pets within a collaborative, multidisciplinary hospital environment. Engage compassionately with pet owners to communicate medical conditions and treatment plans effectively.

Requirements

A DVM/VMD degree and a current veterinary license are required for this position. Completion of a rotating internship in emergency medicine and critical care is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Diagnostic skillsClinical assessmentMultidisciplinary collaborationRapid assessment

Emergency Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

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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Salary Distribution20 jobs · 15 employers

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Sign-on bonus
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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Below most Emergency Medicine (Veterinary) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 370 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Langhorne

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$519k
Typical market rent
$2,511/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Continuing education
401(k) with match
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance