Staff Veterinarian In Equine Ambulatory Service

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Job Posting Title:

Staff Veterinarian in Equine Ambulatory Service

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM VetMed

• Veterinary Teaching Hospital (Cherie Marie Pucheu-Haston (00003551))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine Building

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Louisiana State University is searching for an Equine Ambulatory Staff Veterinarian. The position has primary responsibility in the Equine Section of the Large Animal Veterinary Teaching Hospital and will be expected, but not limited to performing general and advanced medical and surgical diagnosis and perform procedures on horses presented for health maintenance and medical diseases. This is a staff veterinarian position with potentially a multi-year appointment in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

75% Clinical service and instruction. The staff veterinarian will be a member of the equine internal medicine section and be in charge of the equine ambulatory service. The staff veterinarian will provide clinical care in the role of a veterinarian, i.e. examine patients, order tests, make diagnoses, prescribe treatments, and communicate with clients and referring veterinarians, for patients presented to their Specialty Service.

15% Additional responsibilities: The Staff Veterinarian will be supervising and assisting 4th year veterinary students, house officers and clinicians with procedures and treatments, participate in the e-Value assessment system and other duties as assigned

10% Participate in emergency clinical services outside of typical working schedule (including nights, weekends, holidays, and disaster relief) on an as needed basis. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

DVM or Equivalent

Specific Experience: Experience in equine medicine and/or surgery as it pertains to ambulatory service.

Minimum Certifications/Licenses:

Be eligible for Louisiana Faculty veterinary license

Preferred Qualifications:

DVM with 1-5 year of equine ambulatory service.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Able to answer phone calls after hours from students for issues regarding department. May be required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays . Maneuver/lift equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

This position is subject to oversight and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy. Requires working with or around areas with hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases. Availability to work 8-10 hour shifts.

Essential Personnel

• This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

Safety and Security Sensitive Job

• Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Required to be capable of lifting more than 50 pounds, standing or walking for prolonged periods, able to reach above and below the shoulder, vision (near sight), vision (far sight), kneel or sit on the floor, push/pulling, grasping, sitting, bending, climbing, squatting, and/or twisting.

Vehicle Operation

• University employees whose principal responsibilities of employment include operating a vehicle, performing maintenance on a vehicle, or supervising any public employee who operates or maintains a vehicle and positions with an expectation to travel will require an MVR and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Compensation/Benefits: Competitive offer, participate in Public Service Forgiveness (PSLF) program, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, paid CE, Paid holidays accrued up to 14 days per year, accrue annual leave and sick leave based on position classification, employee assistant programs, wellness and mentorship programs, and more.

We teach. We heal.

We discover. We protect. Join us at LSU Vet Med as we make a profound difference in global health!

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide your resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application, salary ranges, or other details about the position, please contact Dr. Cherie Pucheu- Haston at cpucheu@lsu.edu

Posting Date:

May 22, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.