The Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC), University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) invites applications for a clinical veterinarian to work within the Ambulatory Equine Service (AES) at the AVC-VTH.

The AES is a field-based service providing top-tier primary equine services to clientele primarily on Prince Edward Island, with equine patients from PEI and the Maritimes also seen at the VTH on a truck-in basis.  As well as providing clinical service, the AES also provides clinical teaching to final year DVM students during rotations as part of the clinical year teaching program.

 We are seeking a clinical veterinarian to join the team of Ambulatory Equine Service clinicians to fill a part-time (0.8 FTE) term position from July 29, 2024, until July 28, 2025, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and AVC/UPEI approvals.

Responsibilities:

The primary purpose of the AES Clinical Veterinarian position is to provide equine ambulatory service to clients and patients of the AVC-VTH.  This position also participates in the clinical instruction, supervision and teaching of DVM students on clinical rotations. 

• Provision of clinical service in equine practice, including on-call and after-hours, to clients of the Ambulatory Equine Service at the VTH.
• Participation in clinical instruction, supervision and teaching of final year DVM students as part of their clinical year teaching program rotation.
• Willingness to act as a lead while on shift in providing guidance and coordination to technical/support staff, interns and residents.
• To operate independently, working and communicating effectively with equine clientele to ensure good relationships are maintained and developed.
• To work with large animal referral services within the VTH to ensure smooth referral of cases for specialty care, where relevant.
• To triage, assess, and treat urgent and emergency cases to a high standard of primary care level medicine, including diagnostics and basic emergency procedures.
• To ensure that all medical records are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure that clients are updated with estimates and billing updates, and that billing is completed accurately for payment.
• Ensure clear and professional communication for case management with clients and colleagues.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work within an academic environment.
• Willingness to participate in on-call duties, which may include during university closures, to provide urgent and emergency veterinary care.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited veterinary college resulting in DVM certification (or equivalent)
• Successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Exam (NAVLE) resulting in a Certificate of Qualification from the CVMA (or equivalent)
• Eligibility for licensure and to practice veterinary medicine in Prince Edward Island
• A minimum of three years of post-graduate clinical experience in equine practice is required.
• Experience working with Standardbred racehorses is required.
• Post-graduate training and board certification or eligibility (ABVP, ACT, ACTV, ACVSMR) is desirable, but is not a requirement of the position.
• Strong foundation in the practice of equine clinical veterinary medicine with an emphasis on equine sports medicine, and strong clinical skills to serve as a positive role model for students.
• Demonstrated initiative, collegiality and professionalism with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to utilize and assimilate clinical information to make decisions regarding patient care, in collaboration with horse-owners.
• Must be willing and able to travel for patient care needs in the assigned region.

• Preference given to individuals who have worked with DVM students in an academic environment.

   

Hours: 

Averaging approximately 32 hours per week (0.8 FTE), hours will be assigned in conjunction with AES colleagues, typically 4 shifts per week between Monday and Friday.

Shared on-call on a rotating basis for emergency service.

Additional hours worked are compensated as per the FA2 collective agreement.

Salary: 

Prorated to FTE and term.  Appointment will be made at the Clinical Veterinary Professional (UPEIFA, BU2) level, FA2 Step 1, and is subject to final budgetary approval. Eligibility of Clinical Veterinary Professionals for benefits will be in accordance with the FA2 collective agreement.

To apply, please submit a letter of intent, a curriculum vitae and 3 written letters of reference to:

Dr. Oliver Falconbridge, Hospital Director

Atlantic Veterinary College – Veterinary Teaching Hospital

University of Prince Edward Island

550 University Avenue

Charlottetown, PE

C1A 4P3

Email: owfalconbridge@upei.ca

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Closing date is July 25, 2024; however, the competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.