Clinical Associate, Equine Field Service

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Location: Saskatoon, SASKATCHEWAN

Are you ready for an exciting career with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan? We are on the lookout for a passionate veterinarian to join our vibrant Equine Field Service team. Situated in the picturesque city of Saskatoon, this role provides an exceptional opportunity to work within our state-of-the-art Veterinary Medical Centre, a beacon of excellence in animal health care in Western Canada. Dive into a role where you can make a significant impact by providing top-tier equine ambulatory and reproduction services and mentoring the next generation of veterinarians. At WCVM, you will not only advance your professional career but also contribute to our dynamic learning environment, all while enjoying the flexibility and support to thrive both professionally and personally. Join us, where your expertise helps shape the future of veterinary medicine and transforms lives.


The Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) is western Canada’s regional college of veterinary medicine.  Approximately 88 students from the four western provinces and the northern jurisdictions are admitted each year to the DVM program.  The College also includes 150 graduate students, interns and residents.  It is part of a comprehensive academic health sciences group on the university campus, with access to facilities including the PET-CT, Canadian Light Source and the Biomedical Beamline and cyclotron facility.  For further information, please visit www.usask.ca/wcvm .

Located within the WCVM, the Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC) is a state-of-the-art AVMA and AAHA accredited hospital and referral centre serving western Canada and offering specialty services and undergraduate and graduate training in anesthesia, dentistry, dermatology, exotic pets and wildlife, emergency/critical care, internal medicine, medical imaging, medical and radiation oncology, nutrition, ophthalmology, surgery and theriogenology.  For more information, visit http://www.usask.ca/vmc/

Primary Purpose: The Equine Field Service (EFS) Clinical Associate provides equine ambulatory and reproduction service to clients of the Veterinary Medical Centre. This position also participates in the clinical instruction, supervision and mentorship of students enrolled in the undergraduate Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.

Nature of Work: Reporting to the Department Head, Large Animal Clinical Sciences, the EFS Clinical Associate works as a member of the Field Service Section providing clinical service within the VMC. The EFS Clinical Associate must have a good understanding of VMC and WCVM policies and procedures to appropriately meet the needs of clients and students. The work of this position is complex and demanding and must deal with emerging and unpredictable events involving large animals. This position is required to provide in field and in house clinical service, so travel is required.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:
Duties will include:

  • Provision of clinical service, including on-call and afterhours, to clients of the equine ambulatory practice and equine reproductive service at the VMC in equine practice and summer equine clinical rotations.
  • Participation in the supervision and mentorship of equine field service residents.
  • Ensuring the maintenance and growth of the caseload of Equine Ambulatory and Reproductive Services at the VMC.
  • Assistance in providing additional teaching duties as assigned.
  • Education: Candidate is required to have a minimum DVM or equivalent.  Post-graduate training, and board certification (ABVP, ACT, ACVS, ACVSMR) is desirable, but is not a requirement of the position. 

    Licenses: Candidates are required to be eligible for general licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Saskatchewan. Candidates must possess, or be eligible for, a Saskatchewan driver’s license, and must have an acceptable driving record, as determined by the University of Saskatchewan.

    Experience: The successful candidate must have a minimum of two years’ experience in large animal general practice.  An advanced degree and/or advanced training are desirable.

    Skills: Strong foundation in the practice of clinical veterinary medicine; Strong clinical skills to serve as a positive role model and supervisor for students; Ability to utilize and assimilate available clinical information to make decisions regarding patient care; Demonstrated initiative, integrity, collegiality and professionalism; Effective oral and written communication skills; Effective time management, problem solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Must willing and be able to travel in the assigned region.

    Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Christopher Luby: chris.luby@usask.ca


    Department: Large Animal Clinical Sciences
    Status:
    Permanent
    Employment Group:
    ASPA
    Shift:
    (Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:30): Hours of work are based on the normal operating hours of the university and are flexible based on the priorities of the unit. In addition, you will share after-hours emergency duties as required. Hours of work are stated in the ASPA collective bargaining agreement and will be determined in consultation with your supervisor. Please refer to the provisions of Article 9.3.1 regarding the development of work plans and determination of hours of work.
    Full Time Equivalent (FTE):
    1.0
    Salary:
    The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $85,555.00 - 142,503.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
    Salary Family (if applicable):
    Specialist Professional
    Salary Phase/Band:
    Phase 3
    Posted Date:
    4/16/2024
    Closing Date:
    5/27/2024 at 6:00 pm CST
    Number of Openings:
    2
    Work Location: On Campus



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