Resident - Small Animal Internal Medicine

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Posted: 16-Mar-24

Location: Ames, Iowa

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: R14251

Position Title:
Resident - Small Animal Internal Medicine

Appointment Type:
Post Doc/Trainee

Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center at Iowa State University offers a residency program in Small Animal Internal Medicine designed to prepare residents for board certification by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in the specialty of Internal Medicine. The residency program is three years in duration.  Renewal through 7/14/2027 will be based on continued funding. A concurrent Master of Science degree is also available.
There are currently 4 ACVIM diplomates in direct support of our small animal internal medicine residency. In addition to this, ACVIM diplomates in oncology and cardiology operate their respective services. Residents spend the majority of their program on the internal medicine service, which operates as 2 concurrent services that alternate receiving and transfer/workup days. We see a diverse caseload ranging from more basic secondary referrals to more complicated tertiary level cases providing residents with a good foundation along with the capacity to handle more challenging cases. Our residents have a robust training in a variety of respiratory and gastrointestinal endoscopic techniques as well as urinary procedures including cystoscopy, urethral collagen injection, ectopic ureter laser ablation, laser lithotripsy, and urethral/ureteral stenting. Management of ICU cases is aided by the oversight of 4 ACVECC diplomates. After-hours responsibilities of residents include providing backup support for ICU interns related to medicine cases as well as performing emergency endoscopic procedures. Residents have required rotations through radiology, clinical pathology and elective rotations are available with many other services including cardiology, oncology, emergency and critical care, and anesthesia. Weekly didactic training includes journal club, boards preparation sessions, and optional critical care rounds. In addition, our residents participate in monthly morbidity and mortality rounds, and various section and departmental seminars. Internal medicine graduate courses are provided for those residents enrolled in an MS program.  

Required Minimum Qualifications:

-DVM or equivalent degree

-Candidates must have satisfactorily completed a one-year rotating internship at an AVMA-accredited veterinary teaching hospital.

- Registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy in compliance with the Controlled Substances Registration Act will be required prior to clinical practice.

-Licensure by the State of Iowa Board of Veterinary Medicine upon employment start date. 

Preferred Qualifications:

-Experience teaching veterinary students

 Experience in primary management of internal medicine cases

-Experience working in a Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (VECCS) level 2-accredited facility

Department/Program & College Description:

The City of Ames is a university-driven community (pop. 60,000) located 30 miles north of Des Moines, IA on Interstate 35. The university has numerous cultural and recreational events and facilities. Ames is consistently ranked as one of the top places to live in the U.S.
More information about Iowa State University and the residency training program document may be found at our web site: https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vmc/employment/internships-residencies .

Program Director: Dr. Laura Van Vertloo, Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, 1809 South Riverside Dr. Ames, IA 50011-3619. (Telephone: 515-294-4900; e-mail: [email protected] ). 

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Proposed Start Date:
July 15, 2024

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
June 30, 2025

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans;
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans;
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa);
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Wellbeing Program.

Original Posting Date:
March 15, 2024

Posting Close Date:
March 22, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14251

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About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see www.visitames.com). Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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