We are looking for an experienced Diplomate (ACVECC/ECVECC) to lead our ECC referral service. ECC is at the core of the hospital and has adopted a similar model to the Vets Now hospitals in Manchester and Glasgow that are part of our referral division, meaning that in addition to direct ECC referrals your team will also manage the ICU and be supported 24/7 by our dedicated out-of-hours service, in partnership with Vets Now.

This will be an exciting and varied position, where you will balance clinical and leadership responsibilities. You will work alongside an experienced peer group, delivering commercially sustainable services across the hospital and collaborate with the wider referral division on the implementation of new processes and ways of working.

Find your purpose in our purpose-built hospital

Blaise is a large-scale, multi-disciplinary, specialist-led referral hospital which encompasses the culture and values we pride ourselves on at IVC Evidensia. Blaise has joined our extensive referral network, which now consists of over 100 referral sites across the UK & Ireland.

The hospital is one of the largest in the UK at over 36,000 sq ft, with the capacity to treat up to 10,000 pets per year. From the site we provide specialist led multi-discipline veterinary referrals and a 24-hour emergency care service for pet owners across the Midlands. The site has easy access from the A38 through Longbridge and is part of the West Longbridge regeneration project.

Shape the future of ECC in Blaise

• Your duties in Blaise will include, but not be limited to -
• Being an advocate of the hospital and overall IVC Evidensia Referral Network, engaging with potential candidates through networking and recruitment events to complement our recruitment efforts.
• Being an ambassador for IVC Evidensia Values and embedding our company culture, ensuring co-operation and collaboration between the services.
• Develop a collaborative culture within your discipline, harnessing individual expertise and experience to ensure a motivated and productive team.
• Regular meetings with all Heads of Service and Clinical Nurse Manager to ensure that clinical standards are being maintained and group policies and procedures are being adhered to.
• Work with the Senior Nursing team to deliver a cohesive and client focused service where we are united to provide a high standard of client and patient care across a 24/7 operation.
• Be proactive in spotting opportunities to drive performance, growth and efficiencies across the referral service.

Role requirements

• RCVS Registered or eligible
• RCVS, American or European Diplomate or Board Eligible
• Previous experience of working in a multi discipline referral hospital
• Any experience in developing and mentoring junior clinicians (desirable)

Because Our Employees Matter

 

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business and investing in our people, teams and sites is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

• 2 weeks inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Welcome bonus of £10,000

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing.
• Non-accidental injury support.

Development

• Clinical and Leadership CPD allowance of £5000 with 10 days (FTE)
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy.
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider,
• Infection, Prevention and Control Programme.
• Quality Improvement Programme.

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers.
• Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer.
• Discounted staff pet care
• Relocation allowance of up to £5000

 

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

 

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital

 

Critical Care Specialist – Pasadena, Los Angeles

 

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospitals are some of the most advanced, inclusive, and progressive veterinary multi-specialty referral hospitals in California. While we offer benefits normally associated only with large hospitals, our specialty culture nurtures a collaborative team environment that is the envy of many.  We are excited to announce our newest, cutting-edge specialty animal hospital has expanded in Pasadena, and we are looking for an additional Criticalist to join our team!  Nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, ten miles from downtown Los Angeles and forty minutes to the ocean, Pasadena is home to The Rose Bowl, Old Town Shopping and Dining district known for its character art deco buildings, and 1000’s of pets!  If you want to make a difference delivering exceptional medicine in a fast-paced environment, please read on!

 

Looking for a quick summary of who we are:

Our Values + Our People: We’re different. Light on ego, heavy on collaboration.  We encourage innovation within our medical care and management. We value growth and development and will work with you to help you achieve all your goals. We emphasize staying current with the best treatment options and techniques.

Our Practice:

ACCESS, a network of multi-specialty hospitals located throughout the SoCal area, provides 24/7 ER and comprehensive specialty care to the surrounding communities. Our departments have a busy and varied caseload with a high number of referrals and emergency cases.  Our specialties include cardiology, oncology, internal medicine, interventional radiology, endoscopy, surgery, orthopedic surgery with joint replacement center, nephrology with IHD, CRRT, Plasma Exchange and SCUF available, neurology, urology along with Avian + Exotic medicine.  We also have a highly trained and skilled support staff who are dedicated to ensuring the success of our services.

To provide the best care possible, we stay apprised of new innovations, and utilize an extensive array of cutting-edge diagnostic, therapeutic, and monitoring equipment. These include a complete laboratory (CBC/Chemistry/ Siemens Rapid Point Blood Gas Analyzer/I-stat/SCA2000, SnapDx, VetTest, TEG), monitoring devices (Cardell Max 12/Telemetry/NIBP/Invasive BP/telemetry), digital radiography, color flow Doppler ultrasound (Toshiba Aplio, Sonoscape portable ultrasound GE Vivid Cardiac), OEC 9800 & 9900 fluoroscopy with neurovascular package, 64 slice helical CT, and 1.5T MRI. Each hospital is fully equipped with Pulmonetics or Maquet Servo critical care ventilators. We are also equipped with complete endoscopic, laparoscopic, and thoracoscopic instrumentation. We are always willing to expand in different directions and explore new therapies. We are fully equipped and able to provide the best care to our patients!

Benefits – our care in action

We invest heavily in our teams' growth and development.  We nurture an emotionally intelligent workplace and strive to maintain a positive work/life balance. We pride ourselves in creating an environment that meets your specific needs and enhances your quality of life and work.

Some of our benefits include:

• A progressive compensation model that includes competitive base salaries with additional production opportunities with no negative accrual.
• A Personal + Professional Package of Paid Time Off

• Paid Vacation time, Parental leave, PURR-rental leave, and bereavement – to grieve both humans and pets.
• Separate paid time to pursue Continuing Education
• Generous Support for Board Study Paid Time

• Mental health and well-being, as we understand the unique challenges that come with veterinary care and offer resources to alleviate them.
• Educational support because knowledge is not only power but also fundamental in your growth and development.
• Impressive Pet Perks – free exams and discounts on products and services at all Thrive locations.

 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required

• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, before their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
• Board Certified Specialist or Residency Trained Veterinarian.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual base salary range starting at $200,000 - $300,000 / year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, check us out at https://accessvetspasadena.com and please email Dr Kathryn Gates at kgates@accessvets.com. We would love to chat with you!

At ACCESS Pasadena, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.

 

 

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Oklahoma State University is seeking a Large Animal Emergency & After-Hours Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor.

If you have a passion for educating the next generation of veterinarians, providing exceptional patients care, and want to work in a collegial and supportive environment, this is the position for you.

Responsibilities would include support to house officers, supervision of veterinary students, and technical staff in the examination and management of after-hours emergencies and hospitalized large animal patients. The after-hours emergency caseload is approximately 65% food animal and 35% equine. You would be joining an ACVIM (LA) diplomate, ACVECC (LA) residency trained faculty clinician, and supportive after-hours staff.

Qualifications: Applicants must have a DVM or comparable veterinary degree and be licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in Oklahoma. Diplomates of the ACVS, ACVIM, ACVECC, ABVP, their European equivalents, or those who have completed a large animal residency training program are preferred.

This is a full-time position with an excellent benefits package, 4 weeks of vacation, and an equipped office. You will have the opportunity to develop as a veterinary educator supported by an enthusiastic group of educational professionals in our Office of Curriculum and Educational Support (https://vetmed.okstate.edu/about/oces.html). Funding support for professional development is provided. Professional rank and salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Stillwater is a great place to live and was named one of the best small towns and friendliest college towns in America. We are a university town situated between Oklahoma City and Tulsa with an easy 1-hour commute to either city. There are opportunities for cultural, sporting, entertainment, and recreational activities. Stillwater has outstanding public schools and is an excellent place to live. The city has been recognized by numerous organizations for providing a high quality of life (http://stillwater.org/page/home/community).

Oklahoma State University offers many benefits to its employees, including opportunity for childcare on campus, tuition waivers for dependent children of faculty, eligibility for public service student loan forgiveness, free membership to the University’s Wellness Facilities https://wellness.okstate.edu/recreation/facilities/, and mental health resources including onsite counseling.

Review of applicants will begin upon receipt of applications and will continue until the position is filled. Applications including letter of intent with statement of professional goals, curriculum vitae, and three names of references and contact information should be submitted at https://jobs.okstate.edu.

For inquiries please contact: Dr. Julia Montgomery, Professor and Department Head, Veterinary Clinical Sciences at 405.744.8469 or julia.b.montgomery@okstate.edu

If you are seeking a collaborative environment, Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine is the place to be!

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit https:///eeo.okstate.edu 

Clinical Lecturer in Emergency Veterinary Medicine (ER Doctor)

Want to work in an environment where you can continue to grow and learn each day while providing excellent patient care? Do you enjoy teaching and providing mentorship to students? The University of Florida is looking for two emergency veterinarians to join our team of 19 faculty members in ECC (9 emergency veterinarians, 10 criticalists). We offer exceptional clinical service encompassing intensive care, emergency services and hemodialysis/nephrology at our VECCS Level 1 and AAHA certified referral center in Gainesville, Florida as well as our state-of-the-art emergency practice UF PETS in Ocala, Florida. If you have considered academia before but never made the jump, call us – we love what we do and would be excited to share our experiences with you. A successful applicant would be heavily involved in primary emergency patient care, as well as instruction and supervision of veterinary students. Responsibilities will vary based on experience.

Gainesville and Ocala are located in north central Florida; there are many opportunities for outdoor recreation including close proximity to beautiful beaches, gulf coast fishing towns, crystal clear warm water springs and unique wildlife.

UF aspires to provide an exceptional academic environment that reflects the breadth of thought essential to preeminence and manifests through a community of students, faculty, and staff of diverse experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable culture and employing a diverse community. UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners. At the University of Florida, we know that the quality of our life and the quality of our work are interdependent -- and, as such, we place a high value on the health and wellbeing of our faculty and staff as well as their families. Qualified applicants must hold a DVM degree or equivalent. Previous emergency experience or completion of a small animal rotating internship are preferred but are not required. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the candidate.

All applicants must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. If you would like to discuss informally, please contact the ECC Medical Director, Travis Lanaux (lanaux@ufl.edu; 352 278-4776). For formal applications, a curriculum vitae, letter of application, and names of three individuals willing to write letters in support of the applicant for job number 532942 should be submitted online at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/532942/clinical-lecturer-in-emergency-veterinary-medicine-er-doctor. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Director of Veterinary Inpatients and Emergency and Critical Care

University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine

The University of Florida (UF) College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is recruiting a passionate veterinary leader to serve as the Director of Inpatients and Emergency and Critical Care for the UF Small Animal Hospital. This leadership position will report to the Associate Dean of Clinical Services. UF is looking for a leader committed to delivering excellent patient/client-centric care in a 24/7 referral hospital. The Director will be responsible for the technical staff in the small animal hospital's ICU, Progressive Care, Emergency Room, and Blood Bank. The Director provides administrative supervision over three main areas which exceed $7 million in revenue and a team of 92 FTE veterinary technical staff. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the candidate.

The College of Veterinary Medicine is part of the University of Florida Health Science Center which houses six health related colleges (Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health & Health Professions, and Veterinary Medicine). It is the only health science center in the southeast, and one of only three nationally, where all six colleges of health are located on the same campus. The CVM has equally strong ties to the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. Together, these alliances create opportunities for vibrant research collaborations, academic depth in Artificial Intelligence and a robust human clinical enterprise which has aided the UF Veterinary Hospital system to be a leader in veterinary medical care. The campus is in Gainesville, a vibrant and growing community that has numerous cultural amenities in a setting with great natural beauty (see http://www.visitgainesville.com/arts-culture-history/). 

The UF has the largest small animal caseload in veterinary academic medicine with 20 specialty services, 90 small animal clinicians, 96 small animal house officers, 235 small animal clinical support staff and 65,500 small animal patients in FY24. The hospital in Gainesville is a Level 1 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (VECCS) certified facility and an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited hospital.  The UF Veterinary Hospital (UFVH) has a $59.6M annual operating budget. The UFVH supports a growing Clinical Trials program, a unique small animal open heart surgery program, and the most sophisticated and integrated Patient Quality and Safety program in veterinary medicine.

Specific activities for which the Director will have primary or shared responsibilities include:

• Leadership – The Director will advance the vision of the UF Veterinary Hospital's (UFVH) patient/client-centered care model, providing the capstone learning environment for the DVM students and house officers. The Director will build a culture of trust among the UFVH employees, demonstrating initiative to build and maintain a vibrant work environment that supports the well-being of the staff, learners and clinicians. In concert with service leaders, the Director will recommend future planning and strategic goals for the ICU, PCW and ER.
• Personnel Management- The Director will oversee the veterinary managers, technicians, and assistants who provide inpatient care, emergency care and run the blood bank. This includes recruitment, engagement and retention of veterinary technical staff. The Director will advise managers and supervisors on hiring, orientation, performance appraisals and human resource issues. The Director will develop, implement, and maintain an effective orientation program for new employees, including orientation to the facility, hospital policies and procedures, and his/her job duties. The Director will work closely with the management team to ensure staff comply with current policies and procedures. The Director will develop active recruitment strategies to attract veterinary technicians to the small animal hospital and innovate retention strategies for current employees. The Director will maintain data on the ICU, PCW and ER workforce hires, training status and annual turnover rates.
• Operational Management – The Director will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the inpatient areas, emergency and critical care, and blood bank. This includes but is not limited to ensuring proper staffing for optimal patient care; communication throughout the hospital on staffing pressures related to patient care; clinicians and staff are informed of changes and issues; facilities and equipment are in working order; and charges are accurate and submitted on time. The Director will work with the Director of Administration & Finance, CFO, Associate Director of Operations and Service Chiefs to ensure the success of the units. This will include oversight of budgets, business plans, and equipment repairs and purchases. The Director will serve on hospital committees including Policy and Procedures and Small Animal Infection Control. The Director will assist in orientation and onboarding involving faculty, staff, house officers and students. The Director will create, review, and update hospital policies and procedures and assist in interpreting college, university, state, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to the hospital. The Director will review and approve administrative subsidies and legal issues for the ICU, PCW and ER patients. The Director will maintain UFVH's status as a VECCS-certified level 1 facility.
• Delivery of Patient Care and Customer Service–The Director is responsible for upholding the medical quality and standards in all inpatient areas of the small animal hospital. The Director will serve on the patient quality and safety team and work directly with the Chief Medical Officer and Service Chiefs to optimize patient medical care. This includes developing a "Just Culture" throughout the ICU, PCW and Emergency Room, managing patient incident reports, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (RCA). The Director is responsible for ensuring the hospital provides excellent customer service. This includes outstanding communication between clinicians, staff, students and clients. The staff are expected to be friendly, supportive, and helpful. The Director should keep updated with new products, medical protocols, and technology to advance patient care.
• Educational Activities - The Director is responsible for technician skill development, classification of veterinary technicians and their career development, mentorship, and leadership training. The Director is responsible for the development and execution of recruitment programs such as the Veterinary Technician Internship program or other pipeline programs. The Director should organize regular in-house continuing education events for staff to provide the most up-to-date medical care.

Qualifications

 

• Applicants must have a DVM (or equivalent) and should have 5 or more years of professional experience in veterinary medicine or specialty practice.
• Experience in hospital management, training veterinary technicians or small animal emergency care is preferred but not required.
• Applicants must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a solid foundation in building a collaborative and transparent work environment and demonstrated experience in conflict resolution and team building.
• The successful candidate will have an academic appointment as an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (Clinical Track) in the UF CVM and will be able to develop a 10-20% effort for scholarly activity, clinical service, or participating in professional DVM student education. Potential areas for the academic assignment will be defined through negotiations with the Dean.
   

All applicants must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. Applications for job number 533207 must submit (1) a cover letter including a statement of the applicant's leadership philosophy, articulated vision and how the candidate's experience supports that vision (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) the names and contact information of three professional references. Email inquiries to Dr. Travis Lanaux, Search Committee Chair lanaux@ufl.edu are welcome; however, for full consideration, applications must be submitted online at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/533207/director-of-veterinary-inpatients-and-emergency-and-critical-care. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Review of applications will begin on October 7, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. 

 

The successful candidate will be required to provide official transcript(s) upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.