Clinical Instructor, Large Animal Surgery

Job Summary

The Department of Surgical Sciences at the University of Wisconsin, School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Clinical Instructor in Large Animal Surgery. This is a one-year position with potential for extension or conversion to an ongoing appointment.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the clinical, teaching, and service missions of the School of Veterinary Medicine.
• Provide direct LAS case receiving, patient care, medical decision-making, and client communication for LAS patients.
• Deliver clinical instruction, supervision, and mentorship to veterinary students, interns, and residents during LAS patient care activities.
• Participate in LAS case receiving and/or teaching activities.
• Support a collaborative learning environment through bedside teaching, case discussions, and clinical oversight of learners.
• Participate in additional educational activities, as appropriate, including LAS procedures, laboratories, topic rounds, and other student-centered teaching opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, house officers, veterinary technicians, and staff to support excellence in patient care and education.
• Contribute to the clinical service within the Section of Large Animal Surgery at UW Veterinary Care, including daytime and emergency duty, and back-up on-call support to large animal surgery residents, interns, and technicians.
• Participate in clinical and didactic teaching of veterinary students and interns and residents in large animal surgery.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent degree) by start date.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Wisconsin by start date.
• American College of Veterinary Surgeons Board Eligible by start date as a result of advanced training in Large Animal Surgery.
• Experience in surgery in species such as large ruminants, camelids, etc. is encouraged.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative clinical environment.

Department

University of Wisconsin, Madison - School of Veterinary Medicine - Department of Surgical Sciences

Compensation

Commensurate with experience and qualifications. This Position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please upload a cover letter, resume, and a document listing three professional references. Please note that this position is being listed simultaneously with JRs 10012026, 10012044, and 10012063 but only one position exists.

Contact Information

If you have questions, please contact Jody Silva at jlsilva@wisc.edu 608-263-5633. Specific questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Sabrina Brounts at sabrina.brounts@wisc.edu

Institutional Statement on Diversity

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.