WisCARES Community Medicine Clinical Instructor

University of Wisconsin Madison
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Jan 23, 2025
Job Summary: This position provides instruction through the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine at WisCARES Community Clinic. This position will provide veterinary medical care to companion animals of WisCARES clients and provide teaching to veterinary students and interns (if applicable) through clinical training, didactic teaching in rounds, and clinical outreach. Clinical training currently occurs at WisCARES Community Veterinary Clinic. The incumbent must have strong communication skills, an ability to work with clients with diverse needs and be comfortable working with clients from diverse backgrounds. For more information visit: https://wiscares.wisc.edu/ Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include providing medical care for owned companion animals while teaching and supervising students, interns, and residents (if applicable) on general practice medicine and procedures; training veterinary students and interns to find and examine multiple solutions to the problems that financially restricted clients and communities might face; pursuing excellence in the clinical skills of trainees; and supporting other educational aspects of the program as needed. Cases at the clinic include routine wellness, sick pet appointments, urgent care and occasional emergent care. The Clinical Instructor will also participate in general clinical operational, outreach and administrative functions depending on relevant interests and experience in programmatic functioning. This position will assist with the growth of new programmatic functions for the WisCARES clinic and with the development of standards of operation for those programs. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. 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. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Terminal Degree Candidates must have a DVM or equivalent degree with specialized training or experience in providing medical care for financially disadvantaged clients, by start date. Qualifications: At least two (2) years of experience working in general practice or community veterinary medicine. Experience with instruction, mentoring, providing feedback, and setting a positive community for learning. Proficiency in practical and tactful identification and articulation of strengths, problems, and possible solutions at both an organizational and individual instructional level. Strong surgical skills are preferred. License/Certification: Required Wisconsin Veterinary License Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Wisconsin licensure to practice veterinary medicine, by start date. Work Type: Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Anticipated Begin Date: FEBRUARY 23, 2025 Salary: Negotiable ANNUAL (12 months) Additional Information: The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, sharp attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. They will have experience in population health management for companion animals, high-quality/high-volume spay/neuter, and clinical practice in a shelter setting. The candidate must show creativity and a proven ability to initiate projects and see them through to a successful completion. Must have a demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaborate in a team environment. Must have the ability to take direction as well as provide leadership. Must be comfortable working with people of all levels of expertise. How to Apply: To apply for this position, please click on "Apply Now". You will be required to upload a cover letter, resume, and a document listing the contact information for three professional references. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Kate Kaminski at kate.kaminski@wisc.edu Specific questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Kelly Schultz at: kellyschultz@wisc.edu. The deadline for assuring full consideration is February 10, 2025 however the position will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled. Contact: KELLY K SCHULTZ kellyschultz@wisc.edu 608-262-3950 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Clinical Instructor(IC012) Department(s): A87-SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE/MEDICAL SCIENCES Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 310874-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 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