What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Instructor, Emergency Veterinary Medicine position at University of Missouri-Columbia?
Hiring Department
Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
Job Description
The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine professional program boasts a unique curricular structure, which provides nearly two years of hands-on training in the college’s general and specialty clinics. Additionally, the College is a leader in the training of Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students in the areas of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Pathobiology. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.
The Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery is dedicated to developing and disseminating knowledge to improve the health and well-being of animals and people through instruction, innovative research, service, and leadership. The department is home to the college’s Veterinary Health Center where our faculty provide clinical care, teach, and develop innovative treatments and therapies.
The Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Team of the Veterinary Health Center is currently seeking passionate Small Animal Emergency Veterinarians for an open Clinical Instructor, Emergency Veterinary Medicine position.
The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Interested Candidates Should Be Prepared To Attach
Community Information
MU is a nationally competitive, global university. Many states fund separate research and land-grant universities, but Missouri combines those roles at its flagship institution. MU is both a land-grant university with a statewide mission of service to citizens and Missouri’s largest public research university. Mizzou is one of only five universities nationwide that offers law, medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus.
About
MU is a national leader in comparative medicine, in which researchers collaborate by sharing discoveries, innovations and treatments for humans and animals. For more about the College of Veterinary Medicine and our impact on Missouri, the nation, and the world, go to:
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Department of Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
Job Description
The College of Veterinary Medicine at MU is on a mission to educate and train outstanding clinicians and scientists, generate new knowledge, engage stakeholders, and foster economic growth, all of which promote and protect the health and welfare of animals and people. Our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine professional program boasts a unique curricular structure, which provides nearly two years of hands-on training in the college’s general and specialty clinics. Additionally, the College is a leader in the training of Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students in the areas of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Pathobiology. Simply put, our mission is to Teach, Heal, Discover, and Serve.
The Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery is dedicated to developing and disseminating knowledge to improve the health and well-being of animals and people through instruction, innovative research, service, and leadership. The department is home to the college’s Veterinary Health Center where our faculty provide clinical care, teach, and develop innovative treatments and therapies.
The Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Team of the Veterinary Health Center is currently seeking passionate Small Animal Emergency Veterinarians for an open Clinical Instructor, Emergency Veterinary Medicine position.
The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties:
- Ensure timely and accurate triage and care for all cases arriving on emergency during daytime, swing, weekend, and overnight shifts. Schedules will be based upon the needs of the service. Holiday shifts will be divided equitably amongst clinicians.
- Communicate with clients and referring veterinarians in a timely manner for emergency case management, in both written and verbal formats.
- Supervise, direct, and teach students and interns in all aspects of case management, including financial updates for pet owners.
- Work with Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care (SAECC) faculty, residents, interns, technicians, and students for case transfers and ongoing management and oversight of inpatients.
- Work with all small animal services during case transfer and management of inpatients in the intensive care unit.
- Provide input to be used in evaluation of all personnel working in support of the SAECC service, including licensed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and student employees.
- Participate with SAECC faculty and house officers to improve knowledge of the discipline and management of the section.
- Participate in departmental and hospital governance.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree (such as VMD, BVSc) by time of appointment
- Eligibility for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Missouri
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain DEA and BNDD
- Prior experience in veterinary emergency medicine
- Prior experience teaching and mentoring students
Interested Candidates Should Be Prepared To Attach
- Letter stating professional interests and career goals
- Curriculum Vitae
Community Information
MU is a nationally competitive, global university. Many states fund separate research and land-grant universities, but Missouri combines those roles at its flagship institution. MU is both a land-grant university with a statewide mission of service to citizens and Missouri’s largest public research university. Mizzou is one of only five universities nationwide that offers law, medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus.
About
MU is a national leader in comparative medicine, in which researchers collaborate by sharing discoveries, innovations and treatments for humans and animals. For more about the College of Veterinary Medicine and our impact on Missouri, the nation, and the world, go to:
- University of Missouri/College of Veterinary Medicine- http://cvm.missouri.edu/
- Veterinary Health Center- http://www.vmth.missouri.edu/
- Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab- http://vmdl.missouri.edu/
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.