Veterinary Medical Director

BluePearl Vet, LLC•Ross Township, PA

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About The Position

BluePearl Pet Hospital located in Pittsburgh, PA (North Hills) is seeking a collaborative, engaged, and passionate veterinary leader with several years of clinical experience to lead our team of emergency and specialty clinicians in the role of Medical Director. The Medical Director will partner in leadership with hospital administration to create a sense of community and interact globally with the hospital and all clinicians. Using excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the Medical Director will support veterinary partner relationships and enhance an engaging work environment for all by making a positive impact on the culture while cultivating an environment where medical quality stands out. We offer a competitive salary and stipend, sign on bonus, and relocation assistance. There is dedicated paid administrative time off the floor to allow for success in creating a positive impact. The future is yours to create. We have a wide array of opportunities and growth paths within the organization and within Mars Vet Health. Step up, stand out, get involved, and put your mark on our amazing profession! About BluePearl, Pittsburgh (North Hills): Comprehensive multi-specialty and referral hospital in Western Pennsylvania with over 30 specialists in 10 different specialties. 35,000 square-foot facility opened in 2008 and offers several advanced treatment and diagnostic services, including high-field 1.5T MRI, on-site 64 slice CT, linear accelerator, 4 ultrasound machines, video endoscopy, digital radiography, C-arm fluoroscopy, ECG telemetry, and dedicated suites for endoscopy, ultrasound, and oncology. Large referral setting which includes 7 criticalists combined at our Pittsburgh hospital locations (North Hills in Pittsburgh, PA, South Hills in Washington, PA, and Monroeville. PA). House officer program consisting of rotating interns, emergency and critical care interns and residents, and surgical interns and residents, leading to a collaborative team offering high quality medicine and patient care. Additional services such as blood bank (https://bluepearlvet.com/blood-bank/ ), comprehensive in-house laboratory with commercial grade equipment, and pharmacy. 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.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree is required.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience as Emergency Clinician or 2+ years board-certified Specialist.
An active veterinary license in good standing.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead by example, effectively resolve conflict, motivate others, multitask, and problem solve.
Strong communication skills to effectively communicate new ideas, new protocols, and effectively resolve client and/or pDVM concerns when necessary.
Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work harmoniously and effectively with other clinicians, staff and referring veterinarians.
We have an incredible collaborative relationship with our referring veterinarians, so the right candidate must be willing to interact in a variety of ways including making personal visits to their practices, presenting CE programs, and discussing cases by phone.

Responsibilities

Upholding medical quality standards (patient care, client and referral veterinarian satisfaction, and patient safety)
Supporting quality and operational initiatives
Fostering a clinician-driven culture and one that cultivates a learning environment
Clinician recruiting, engagement, and retention.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and stipend, sign on bonus, and relocation assistance.
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! BluePearl Cares explainer video
Vet-TROMA – First-of-Its-Kind Veterinary Partnership with the U.S. Army – check it out! https://bluepearlvet.com/press-releases-announcements/bluepearl-partnership-army/