Clinical Veterinarian - Minneapolis, United States - University of Minnesota

Description

Research Animal Resources (RAR) provides the University of Minnesota research community with animal care, procurement services, veterinary knowledge, and maintenance of housing facilities for animal-related research activities.

This University of Minnesota's department of Research Animal Resources [RAR] is searching for a clinical veterinarian to provide preventative, emergency, and routine veterinary medical care for laboratory animals used in the University of Minnesota's AAALAC-accredited research program. This position interacts regularly with a variety of personnel, including students, staff, faculty and senior leadership. We are seeking an autonomous, motivated, and service-oriented team player to join a flexible, fun, and driven group of veterinarians and staff within RAR.

In addition to traditional clinical work, the RAR veterinary team also aids in regulatory compliance, research support, teaching, process development and implementation, and a potential for independent or collaborative research. The team works with veterinary students at the University of Minnesota's College of Veterinary Medicine and plays an active role in the Minnesota Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Consortium. Veterinary faculty are expected to teach, mentor, and support residents within the program. Additionally, the clinical veterinary team has the responsibility and latitude to identify areas for process refinements, develop plans to achieve identified improvements, and to initiate the steps for implementation and completion.

RAR is embarking on an exciting growth phase with development of and upgrades to existing facilities and expanding research into gnotobiotics and new non-human primate models. In light of this expansion, this position reflects an increase in the number of current clinical veterinarians on staff. RAR's team of veterinarians consists of the institution's attending veterinarian, the director of veterinary services, seven clinical veterinarians and up to three veterinary resident. Depending on individual employee qualifications, a subset of seven clinical veterinarians may qualify as senior clinical veterinarians at any given time.

Please note that within the research environment there is the potential for exposure to hazardous and infectious materials including, (but not limited to) chemotherapeutic agents, radioactive substances, allergens, excessive noise, and/or zoonotic pathogens. The ability to move / lift / restrain animals is required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Care (40%)

• Provide preventative, emergency, and routine veterinary care to research animals within the University of Minnesota system.
• As indicated by the medical condition of the individual animal(s): Examine, diagnose, prescribe medication, perform surgery, and provide methods for humane euthanasia if necessary.
• Perform rounds of all animals in assigned clinical areas on a regular basis.
• Communicate exam findings and treatment recommendations to veterinary technicians and research personnel.
• Provide emergency veterinary services after-hours, holidays, and weekends on a rotating basis, including responding to housing facility issues in concert facilities maintenance staff as it relates to animal welfare concerns.
• Pending USDA accreditation status, review, approve, and sign interstate and/or internal health certificates.

Support for Regulatory Compliance Programs (15%):

• Participate in design and review of research protocols, either through direct participation on committees such as the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee or the Institutional Biosafety Committee, or by request directly from principal investigators and/or their staff.
• Advise investigators on appropriate medications, procedures, and model design.
• Ensure that animal transportation, housing, and use comply with internal processes in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws, University policy, and the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals.
• Assist with purchase, use, documentation, and disposal of veterinary medical substances (including DEA controlled substances) and comply with internal processes in accordance with federal and state laws.

Teaching/Training (15%):

• Create and offer lectures, labs, and seminars for veterinary students, animal care staff, veterinary technicians, area supervisors, and research staff and/or faculty.
• Provide training for graduate veterinarians in the laboratory animal medicine training program, Minnesota Laboratory Animal Medicine Consortium, via seminars, journal clubs, and clinical rounds.
• Research, write and amend reference documents for direct use in teaching researchers, students, RAR employees, or other individuals associated with the University.
• Assist in training new veterinary technicians.
• Mentor, train, and support veterinary colleagues and students.
• Mentor veterinary residents in the training program to develop and execute research projects as part of their required training, including writing grant proposals to secure project funding.

Process Development and Implementation: (15%)

• Identify areas for process improvement within the department and assisting with implementing and communicating changes.
• Review, follow, and provide recommendations for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standards of Care (SOC) and assist with implementing updates.
• Provide feedback on how to enhance training at the institution and assist with communicating changes as needed.
• Determine how to further enhance educational programs for veterinary students and residents and assist in implementing changes to the program.
• Provide leadership for departmental subcommittees such as employee engagement, environmental enrichment, ergonomics, and/or team development.

Professional development (10%)

• Participate in independent or collaborative research projects related to clinical laboratory animal medicine or other fields of study.
• Participate in department, college, and University events, meetings, projects, and initiatives.
• Participate in national meetings, training, and/or committees related to the field of laboratory animals and laboratory animal medicine.

Additional Duties (5%):

• The RAR Director and Director of Veterinary Services may change or assign other duties to this position.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail or call UOHR

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

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MEDICAL, PHYSICAL, & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A current Tetanus vaccine is required
• An annual Tuberculosis screening is required
• An annual Influenza vaccine is required
• A protective measles titer is required or measles vaccination (if never vaccinated) or booster (if titer does not convey protection) is required
• A rabies vaccine or titer is offered unless the employee wishes to fill out a declination form
• Powered Air Purifying Respirator or N95 Masks may be required due to exposure of animal allergens when working in certain environments and conditions.
• An annual hearing test is required due to facilities with noise levels requiring screening
• Employees may work in wet rooms or around large industrial cage washers
• Employees may work in outside environments in all weather conditions
• Employees should be prepared to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.

MEDICAL, PHYSICAL, & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A current Tetanus vaccine is required
• An annual Tuberculosis screening is required
• An annual Influenza vaccine is required
• A protective measles titer is required or measles vaccination (if never vaccinated) or booster (if titer does not convey protection) is required
• A rabies vaccine or titer is offered unless the employee wishes to fill out a declination form
• Powered Air Purifying Respirator or N95 Masks may be required due to exposure of animal allergens when working in certain environments and conditions.
• An annual hearing test is required due to facilities with noise levels requiring screening
• Employees may work in wet rooms or around large industrial cage washers
• Employees may work in outside environments in all weather conditions
• Employees should be prepared to lift up to fifty (50) pounds

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school, or certification of veterinary training through programs such as ECFVG and PAVE plus at least two (2) years of experience as a practicing veterinarian
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated effectiveness in problem identification and problem solving with complex and sensitive issues
• Capable of accepting responsibility with a high level of independent initiative, proactivity, and creativity
• License to practice veterinary medicine in Minnesota is required within 3 months of start date

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 year or more experience or training in the field of laboratory animal medicine
• ACLAM Certification, ACLAM eligibility, or qualifications leading to eligibility
• Working knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing the use of animals in research, AAALAC-accreditation, and important industry guidelines (e.g. Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, Ag Guide, Occ Health, etc.).
• Advanced computer skills including experience with spreadsheets/word processing, presentation formats (presentation software and presenting virtually), and ability to learn new clinical and regulatory software systems.