Clinical Veterinarian Instructor
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193260EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Clinical Veterinarian InstructorAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experienceWork Schedule
Based on the needs of the serviceJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
CVM Teaching HospitalAbout the Department
The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest rated academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The mission of the Veterinary Hospital is three-fold:
- Compassionate, state of the art specialty health care.
- Expert clinical instruction for 4th year veterinary students and house officers from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
- Ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.
With over 17 clinical services staffed by board certified specialists, many of whom are not only nationally but also internationally renowned, the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, over 35,000 patients are treated in the VH.
The Small Animal Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) service at NC State Veterinary Hospital is a busy service that is comprised of ACVECC Diplomates, staff emergency veterinarians, ECC residents, ECC Interns, and over 20 certified veterinary technicians.
The successful candidate will be expected to be an active member of the section and contribute to our delivery of exceptional patient care and exemplary teaching.
Essential Job Duties
Serve as a small animal ECC Clinical Instructor Veterinarian primarily during swing weekday and weekend shifts.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Receive and manage emergency and hospitalized patients.
- Supervise and mentor small animal interns, residents, and senior veterinary students receiving primary emergencies and referral cases from surrounding veterinary practices.
- Provide clinical and didactic emergency and critical care instruction for house officers and senior veterinary students.
- Oversee and consult on ICU patients and practice collaborative medicine with specialty services.
- Responsible for communicating with referring veterinarians regarding cases, and with other services at the teaching hospital including surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, radiology, oncology, theriogenology, dentistry, and anesthesia.
- Support the ER, Hospitalist, ICU and extracorporeal therapy services.
- Conduct didactic and clinical case teaching rounds with students enrolled in VMC 960 (4th-year clinical rotation in emergency medicine).
- Participate in formal evaluations (“grading”) of 4th-year students rotating through VMC960.
- Participate in ECC HO and rotating intern didactic training.
- Engage in pre-clinical student training as opportunities arise.
- Administrative duties including committee assignments on communication issues between reception, technicians, and doctors and optimizing student learning on emergency clinical rotation (VMC 960).
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Education and Experience
DVM (or equivalent degree) and eligibility for veterinary licensure (or faculty licensure) in the State of NC required.
Other Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience in emergency/critical care medicine.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 100 with assistance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer a minimum of three years receiving emergency cases and/or a small animal rotating internship.
- Preference will be given to candidates that are residency trained in Emergency and Critical Care.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure (or faculty certificate) in the State of NC required.
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
03/04/2024Anticipated Close Date
Open until filledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Please be prepared to attach resume, cover letter and separate document containing contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
Position Number
00102661Position Type
EHRA Non-FacultyFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesDepartment ID
192001 - CVM Teaching HospitalAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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