BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital in Mt. Pleasant, SC is proud to offer an Emergency Veterinarian training program called emERge. Our emERge program helps you obtain the skills and the confidence that you need in order to be a successful Emergency Veterinarian at one of our state-of-the-art hospitals.

• Have you always thought about practicing emergency veterinary medicine?

• Do you have a passion for working with animals and learning new standard methodologies in animal health?

• Are you eager to think on your feet and handle challenging cases in veterinary medicine?

• Do you look forward to learning and leading by example in the emergency veterinary industry?

• Are you a DVM or VMD looking for "the next step" or "a change"?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, we want to hear from you!

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, you will also be paid a salary from the first day of your course.

Who is it for?

• This program does not replace or substitute an internship which is required for application to a residency.

• A graduate of an accredited veterinary school

• Individual with a sincere interest in becoming an Emergency Veterinarian

• A current Veterinarian looking for a career change.

Program Structure

EmERge is a one-year training program divided into three segments. Your salary will be tiered and increase as you complete each segment of the program.

• 16 weeks of initial training/boot camp. Four of these weeks will be spent in Clearwater, Florida (lodging & airfare are provided) . The remaining 12 weeks will be at your primary hospital.

• 16 weeks of immersive training, guided by an experienced Veterinarian.

• 20 weeks of experiential training.

The total commitment is two years, including the initial year of training.

Topics of the Training Program:

• Clinician leadership

• Principles of resuscitation and shock

• Sepsis

• Principles of fluid therapy

• Gastrointestinal and urogenital emergencies

• Cardiac and pulmonary emergencies

• Communication techniques

• Neurologic emergencies

• Hemostasis

• Electrolyte disorders

• Immunologic and endocrine emergencies

• Compassion fatigue/burnout

• Stress resilience

• Surgical emergencies

Click here for a video outlining the program: BluePearl EmERge

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 of $2,100 .

• 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 – participateand learnfrom 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!

We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.

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.  Want more information?