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NC State University

Equine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency

NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601


Department ID 195001 - Department of Clinical SciencesPosition Information

Position OverviewThe resident will be expected to participate in teaching of senior veterinary students on equine orthopedic surgery and sports medicine and rehabilitation rotations and in the equine lameness and imaging elective rotations, undertake clinical case care, equine emergency duties, and other assigned duties. The resident will work closely with the faculty in equine medicine, emergency and surgery, and under the supervision of the equine medicine, emergency and surgery/sports medicine faculty of the Department of Clinical Sciences.This is a three-year, 36-month appointment. The resident will receive 12 paid days of vacation (per year) to be taken before the end of the appointment. The resident’s advisor is responsible for monitoring progress in the program. The resident will seek the approval of the program director before using his/her vacation leave.Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist in the management of outpatients including lameness examinations, nerve and joint blocks, imaging, client communication, and patient follow-up. Become proficient at diagnosing and treating lameness conditions including the use of regenerative therapies and advanced rehabilitation modalities and protocols. Become proficient in performing all standard equine radiographic and sonographic examinations and interpreting MRI and CT examinations. Ensure that patient visits, client and RDVM communications are coordinated, and that accurate patient discharge instructions are generated and dispatched as appropriate.Requirements and Preferences

Work ScheduleMonday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., occasional after-hours work.Department Required SkillsGood interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with others.Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, EducationPreference for applicants that have completed a rotating equine internship.Required License or CertificationEligible for North Carolina Veterinary Licensure and/or faculty certificate under the supervision of the NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Hospital. Professional liability insurance is provided.Recruitment

Anticipated Hiring Range$54,000NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or

workatncstate@ncsu.edu .Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* How did you learn of this opportunity?If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)

* Do you have, or will you have by the start date, a relevant PhD awarded no more than five (5) years from initial date of postdoctoral appointment?Required DocumentsResume/CVOptional DocumentsNC STATE UNIVERSITYRALEIGH, NC 27695PHONE: (919) 515-2011

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