APT Large Animal Veterinary Practice

Clinical Assistant/Associate/ Professor of Large Animal Practice , Canyon, Texas

Description

The Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) at Texas A&M University (TAMU) (http://vetmed.tamu.edu/), is seeking applicants for a full-time, 11-month, clinical non-tenure track position in the area of large animal veterinary practice, at the Texas A&M Veterinary Education, Research & Outreach (VERO) program (https://vetmed.tamu.edu/vero/), at the West Texas A&M University campus in Canyon, Texas (https://vetmed.tamu.edu/vero/employment-opportunities/). This appointment may be at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, or Clinical Professor commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience. We are seeking an innovative and dynamic mixed/predominately large animal veterinarian with a broad set of skills in large animal practice. The primary responsibility for this position will be to support the 4th year rotations offered at the VERO campus. Other responsibilities will include collaborative teaching in the first two years of the pre-clinical 2 2 curriculum, recruitment efforts of pre-veterinary students at West Texas A&M University, and outreach and engagement with regional industry and veterinary stakeholders. The anticipated start date is Fall 2024. 

This position will have a VMBS academic home in the Veterinary Large Animal Clinical Sciences Department. The clinical track faculty hire will devote approximately 30% effort to patient care, 50-60% to teaching and 10-20% to service.

The VERO Program represents a unique partnership between TAMU and WTAMU and is located in the heart of one of the most productive animal agricultural regions in the world and including the third largest milkshed in the United States. Dairies with more than 600,000 lactating cows are located within a 120-mile radius, and the Texas Panhandle is home to one of the world’s largest fed beef industries, providing ~25% of the annual U.S. fed cattle supply. Additionally, the VERO program partners with regional veterinary practices to offer supervised clinical rotations in rural practice. The successful candidate is expected to engage in outreach to all of these stakeholder groups through network building and advocacy. 

In addition to support of 4th year rotations, the successful candidate will also participate with other faculty in teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and veterinary students through the VERO Program’s educational programs. Specifically, this candidate will be asked to assist with growth and delivery of experiential training opportunities utilizing the tremendous industry and practice partner resources present at the VERO program’s doorstep.  The successful candidate will participate actively in other duties related to the program mission on a daily basis, and provide service and leadership to support VERO Program, Department, School, and University activities.  This position is also expected to provide support and leadership to affiliated outside organizations. It is a strong expectation that members of the VERO team will support each other to promote the program’s mission by adhering to the VMBS Code of Conduct. The successful candidate must have strong positive interpersonal skills along with a demonstrated record of promoting highly collegial and collaborative team interactions.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree, be able to hold a Texas state veterinary license, a DEA license, and USDA Category II accreditation.  Previous private and/or academic large animal practice experience is strongly preferred as is being certified or interested in pursuing certification through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners or other specialty disciplines (i.e. ACVPM). Applicants must be committed to a team-centered atmosphere and possess excellent communication skills with animal caregivers, faculty colleagues, veterinary students, technicians, and staff.

Application Instructions

Application review will begin upon receipt, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If you would like to join the growing team at VMBS VERO please submit a) Cover letter, b) personal statement to include philosophy and plans for teaching and service and c) your current curriculum vitae, including status of board certification, and d) 5 letters of reference at the following link: apply.interfolio.com/146883

Anticipated start date Fall 2024.

 For further information contact:

Dr. Michael Kleinhenz, Chair of Search Committee

Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences

School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences - VERO

Texas A&M University

VERO Building, WTAMU Campus
3201 Russell Long Blvd.
Canyon, TX 79015

mkleinhenz@tamu.edu

806-651-7325 (office)

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and will be considered until the position is filled. 

APT Equine Clinical Educator VERO

Clinical Assistant/ Associate/ Professor- Equine Clinical Educator, Canyon, Texas

Description

The School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) at Texas A&M University (http://vetmed.tamu.edu/) invites applications for an 11-month, full-time, clinical-track faculty position at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor to serve as an equine veterinary clinical educator in the DVM 2 2 program at the Texas A&M Veterinary Education, Research & Outreach (VERO) center at West Texas A&M University campus in Canyon, Texas (https://vetmed.tamu.edu/vero/employment-opportunities/).  The anticapated start date is Spring 2024. VERO is located in Canyon, Texas, in the Texas Panhandle. Nearby is Palo Duro Canyon State Park, home to the second largest canyon in the country which provides scenic hiking, biking, camping and horseback riding. Winter skiing in Taos, NM is within driving distance.

The successful candidate will have a primary instructional role and will participate in instruction of the integrated and highly experiential DVM curriculum at the VERO campus. As a clinician educator, this unique position includes a primary role in the two preclinical years of the DVM curriculum with an emphasis on equine individual and herd health. Equine veterinarians with an interest in teaching a small cohort of eighteen veterinary students using a combination of didactic, small group teaching, and active learning sessions are encouraged to apply. The individual will collaboratively instruct pre-clinical course content including clinical skills, professional skills, and critical thinking as it pertains to equine clinical practice which is contiguous through the first six semesters of the curriculum. In these courses students gain clinical skills in the simulation laboratory, professional skills, including communication, ethical decision-making, personal and professional finance, and critical thinking skills through problem-based instruction. Faculty in the DVM 2 2 program “cross-over” and teach in multiple courses to reinforce content related to their subject matter interest across the 2 2 program.

In addition to preclinical teaching in the DVM program, the position also includes support for 4th year clinical rotations at VERO, which include equine rotations centered around preventive care and wellness of working horses (e.g., the numerous working horses at surrounding feed lots and the horses stationed on the WTAMU campus). Opportunities for equine clinical teaching exist in the local community as well as the TAMU Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital in College Station for candidates interested in additional clinical work. The equine veterinary educator is expected to devote 80-85% effort to teaching and 15-20% effort to service. The VERO 2 2 DVM program offers an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative academic culture and to serve as a role model and mentor for a small cohort of veterinary students. Applicants with a desire to change career paths, disconnect from the pace of clinical practice, or dedicate a larger portion of their career to teaching are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will have a VMBS academic home in the Veterinary Large Animal Clinical Sciences department and will work collaboratively with VERO-based faculty, members of other disciplines, as well as faculty members located on the College Station campus to administer the 2 2 veterinary curriculum.

Developed as part of the Texas commitment to animals and agriculture, VERO represents a dynamic partnership between the Texas A&M VMBS and West Texas A&M University and is set in the heart of one of the most productive animal agricultural regions in the world. The Texas Panhandle and Plains area is home to the highest density of cattle in the USA with approximately 30% of the nation’s beef cattle fed or finished in the region, another 2.5 million beef cattle in the area, and over 300,000 dairy cattle at any given time. In addition, Texas is home to nearly 900,000 horses. The WTAMU campus supports the highly competitive women’s equestrian team and the WTAMU Horse Center includes a teaching and research herd of 50 horses.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a DVM or VMD degree (or equivalent). Board certification in Large Animal Internal Medicine (LAIM) by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) or the European College of Equine Internal Medicine (ECEIM) or in the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (Equine) is desired. Applicants must be licensed or eligible for regular or special license to practice veterinary medicine in Texas.

Application Instructions

For additional information or questions regarding the 2 2 program or the equine veterinary clinical educator faculty position, please contact the chair of the search advisory committee, Dr. Lisa Lunn (llunn@cvm.tamu.edu). Interested candidates should submit a) Cover letter, b) personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service, as applicable and c) your current curriculum vitae, including status of board certification, and d) contact information for 5 references.  Application screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Applications must be submitted online at http://apply.interfolio.com/140416

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and will be considered until the position is filled. 

Equine Partners Veterinary Service, PLLC

Associate Veterinarian , Waller, Texas

 Equine Partners Veterinary Service is hiring an Associate Veterinarian. We are a two doctor practice in Waller, Texas with 100% equine clientele. One hour outside of Houston and a 45- minute drive to Bryan/College Station, we are close to the amenities of the city with a small town feel. 

The practice is a mix of ambulatory and in clinic, where we have a 17-acre facility, and a 10,000 sq. foot barn and clinic with climate controlled exam rooms, radiology, and surgery suite. Equipment includes in-house CBC, Chemistry, SAA, microbiology, nucleocounter, cryopreservation, 3M video gastroscope and upper airway/hysterscope, portable fiberscope, Logic E and M-Turbo ultrasounds, digital radiography, shockwave, Pro-stride, Bovie electrocautery, HDE floats, foal alert, video-monitored stalls and two fully-stocked ambulatory vehicles. 

Our work is heavy on reproductive services, provided almost exclusively in clinic, and includes mare care, stallion services, foaling out, embryo transfer, and semen freezing. Additionally, we offer elective surgeries in house (would consider expanding surgical services) and refer colic surgeries. Sports medicine, dentistry, and preventive medicine make up the balance of the caseload. Emergency duties are shared evenly with a second local practice. 

EPVS is staffed with an office manager and five technical support staff. Benefits include 10 days paid vacation, continuing education, retirement plan with employer matching, state and DEA license, liability insurance, health insurance stipend, practice vehicle, paid holidays, workers comp, discounted products and services, AAEP, TVMA, and AVMA membership dues. Pro-Sal pay available with emergency fees paid at 100%. 

We emphasize client communication, high quality medicine, and customer service. Continuing education is encouraged above the minimum requirements. The successful applicant will be a DVM or equivalent degree, USDA accredited, Texas license, and NAVLE passed. We have a great team, great clients, and a no-drama practice environment. Mentoring is a part of our culture, and we frequently have interns and students that cycle through the practice. Salary is commensurate with experience. 

If interested, please email a resume and cover letter to Marcus Hutka at MHutka@EquinePartnersVet.com or call the practice at 979-324-5822 to visit.