Posting Number:

S09297P

Working Title:

LAMS Ambulatory Staff Vet

Department:

VetMed-Large Animal Medicine

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Mon-Fri / 8am-5pm, some evenings and weekends.

Advertised Salary:

$80,000

Posting Date:

10/13/2022

Open until filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

05/01/2023

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().

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Veterinary/Animal Science Professional

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary:

UGA Field Services provides wellness and emergency care in an ambulatory setting to the surrounding community. The UGA Field Services Section serves a diverse caseload consisting of horses (~75%), cattle (~10-15%), small ruminants (~5-10%), camelids and companion swine (<5%). Field services faculty provide veterinary care for all aspects of large animal medicine and surgery including, but not limited to, preventive medicine, basic and advanced dentistry, internal medicine, advanced lameness and rehabilitation, field surgery, emergency medicine, theriogenology, and herd/flock health. The Field Services section currently consists of faculty clinicians who are boarded diplomates (DACVS-LA, DACVSMR, DACVIM, DACT, DACVDC, Cert. ZWD, DACVPM). Two Field Service clinicians are additionally certified in acupuncture and spinal manipulation, with one clinician also being a certified journeyman farrier.
The Staff Veterinarian would help support a busy daytime caseload approximately 3-4 days per week and would provide daytime and after-hours emergency coverage. The Staff Veterinarian would cover approximately 30% of after-hours emergencies in all large animal species (~60% equine, ~15-20% cattle, ~15-20% small ruminant, and other <5%). Initial faculty phone back-up for after-hours emergencies will be available if the Staff Veterinarian is not comfortable with all large animal species. This position is 100% service and clinical teaching of 4th year veterinary students with no research requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

DVM degree or equivalent
Completion of at least one large animal internship or 3 years practice experience
Comfort and experience with equine general and emergency practice
Preference will be given to applicants who are comfortable working on all large animal species.

Physical Demands:

Stand and walk for long periods of time.
Lift 30 lbs.
Work alongside large animals for long periods of time.
Driving as needed to perform job tasks.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

Does this position require a P-Card? :

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Participate in clinical teaching of veterinary students, interns and residents. This will be primarily in the department’s relevant large animal field service rotation.

Percentage of time:

Duties/Responsibilities:

Provide care for animals presented to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Farm Practice Service.

Percentage of time:

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Stacey Hilliard

Recruitment Contact Email:Recruitment Contact Phone:

The University of Georgia

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