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- Animal Programs, Veterinary Hospital Internship, Lake Buena Vista, FL
This internship is designed to give students experience in a veterinary hospital setting where they will have the opportunity to provide patient care, keep accurate records and develop relationships with our staff of keepers, technicians and veterinarians.
The Veterinary Services hospital interns function in two roles, one is as the primary wildlife case contact, the other is as assistant to the veterinary technicians. The wildlife intern is responsible for receiving all wildlife cases that come to the veterinary hospital from Walt Disney World property. This includes assessment, triage, giving necessary care as directed by the animal care staff and veterinarians, animal transport to rehabilitation facilities, maintenance of all records and data bases. The technician’s assistant provides support to the veterinary technicians. This includes setting up supplies/equipment prior to procedures, maintenance of stock/supplies in the veterinary hospital and at satellite facilities, clean up after procedures, cleaning/packing/sterilizing instruments, assistance with sample preparation and related laboratory paperwork. The interns are also responsible for Guest interaction and giving presentations in the on show veterinary treatment window. Required Qualifications:
* Junior, or Senior or recent graduate.
* Biology, Zoology, Animal Science, Life Science or related major.
* Computer proficiency with word processing and data entry.
* Strong interest in veterinary medicine.
* Ability to speak in front of groups.
* Excellent oral communication skills.
* Direct animal care experience:
o Minimum of 6 months at a veterinary clinic.
o Minimum of 6 months at a wildlife rehabilitation facility and/or a zoological institution.
o The experience should include cleaning and maintaining animal facilities.
* Valid driver’s license.
Materials Required:
* Resume.
* Cover letter detailing your qualification and interest.
* College transcripts (official or unofficial).
NOTE: Recruiting candidates for this internship for January 2009. Internship begins in January 2009 and ends in June 2009. The application process for this internship, including candidate communication and hiring decisions will be completed by November 28th, 2008. APPLY
- Senior Veterinary Scientist, Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge, MA
The principle function of this position is to define the biologic effects of novel xenobiotics in normal laboratory animals. This will include the design, conduct, interpretation, and reporting of non-clinical studies of the safety (toxicity) and toxicokinetics / pharmacodynamics of compounds in discovery and development stages.
Duties and Responsibilities: Studies may involve development or use of in vitro test systems or animal models including genetically modified animals to evaluate biological responses. Creativity and innovation in the application of biological sciences to solve toxicology and side effect issues. Ability to lead a cross functional team in addressing the challenges of determining the biological effects of target modulation or unintended consequences of xenobiotic administration.
Requires board certification as an anatomic or clinical veterinary pathologist, preferably with a Ph.D. and 1-2 years toxicology or related experience.
Must have strong background in molecular biology, toxicology, pharmacology and/or biochemistry. Familiar with the application of in vitro or animal models in determining the biological consequence of modulation of a molecular target or administration of xenobiotics. Experience in designing, conducting, and reporting studies with an understanding of the strategic applications of findings. Experienced with Microsoft Office applications.
Must possess leadership and communication skills and be a team player with the ability to work independently to resolve issues.
Basic Qualifications: Requires board certification as an anatomic or clinical veterinary pathologist. Apply
- Veterinary Technician Jobs, Animal Surgical and Emergency Center, Los Angeles, CA
Veterinary Technicians needed for busy surgical and emergency/intensive care hospital in West Los Angeles. If you want a fast-paced, challenging & educational job, providing hi-tech medical care for pets, working with a fun and dedicated team of staff and doctors, this is the place for you! Full and part time positions available. Experience required. Great benefits for full time employees. Positions available in all departments: Surgery, Intensive Care, Internal Medicine, and Cardiology. Please send your resume to vetsurgtech@ca.rr.com. Also please visit our website for more hospital information www.asecvets.com
- Veterinary Nurse Jobs, Jacksonville Animal Hospital, FL 32250
Experienced nurses needed for recently expanded small animal emergency hospital, located a few miles from the beach in Jacksonville, FL. We are well equipped with digital x ray, vital scan monitor, ultrasound, StatSpin, Doppler blood pressure, infusion pumps, full in house laboratory, endoscope and much more.
Competitive pay based on experience with generous benefits package. Nights, holidays and weekends required. Enjoy a family like atmosphere where our doctors love to share knowledge, and CE is available and encouraged. Fax your resume to 904-223-8000 or email to emergencypetcare@bellsouth.net
- Veterinary Technician Jobs, Whitehouse Vet Hospital
Busy state of the art practice looking for enthusiastic animal lovers to join our team. If you are high energy, love working with animals and people too, you may be a match for us! Ease with handling animals and people a must. Some computer skills necessary. Your duties would include assisting the veterinarian on appointments, follow-up care of animals in our clinic, some treatments and managing the follow-up with our clients. If you have experience, that’s wonderful, but we are willing to train the right person!
If this sounds like a place for you, come in and fill out an application at:
Whitehouse Veterinary Hospital
102 W. Main
Whitehouse, TX 75791.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Also, please feel free to email or fax a resume:
whitehousevet@yahoo.com
Fax: (903) 839-9562.
- Licensed Veterinary Technician Manager, Veterinary Crossing, United States
This manager will be responsible for immediate supervision of a staff of 10-12 people and will report directly to the Hospital Administrator. This position will spend 50% of their time devoted to management and the other 50% of time devoted to duties. This is a great opportunity for an with leadership skills. The candidate must be energetic and self-motivated. Prior management experience is preferred but all candidates will be considered. Apply
- Resident, Veterinary Clinical Pathology, Center for Veterinary Health Sciences, Oklahoma State University
The Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Center for Veterinary Health Sciences, at Oklahoma State University, has an opening for a resident in Veterinary Clinical Pathology. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong interest in diagnostic clinical pathology. Our program has 3 board certified clinical pathologists and 2 clinical pathology residents. The successful candidate will receive training in all fields of Clinical Pathology including hematology, cytology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, and histopathology. Residents participate in clinical service, regularly scheduled rounds, small group teaching of DVM students and departmental seminars in conjunction with anatomic pathologists and residents. In addition, residents spend 2-3 months per year training at a commercial diagnostic laboratory where they can gain access to a tremendous amount and variety of case material.
This is a 3-year program designed to prepare candidates for a career in diagnostic Veterinary Clinical Pathology and obtain board certification by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists. The starting salary for this position is $27,228 per year with benefits including health insurance. The starting date is July 1, 2009. For full consideration, applications should be received by December 1, 2008 and contain a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, veterinary school/graduate school transcripts, and 3 letters of recommendation. Applications and inquires can be sent to Dr. Jim Meinkoth, Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, 250 McElroy Hall, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078-2008. You may fax your information to 405-744-5275 or email it to james.meinkoth@okstate.edu. Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-Verify employer committed to diversity. OSU-Stillwater is a tobacco-free campus.
- Veterinary Assistant, Stone Veterinary Hospital, Watertown
Veterinary Assistant/Kennel; PT; Needed for a busy small animal veterinary hospital. Experience preferred but will train the right person.
Please send your resume to LJac994256@aol.com or fax to 860-945-9337.
- Veterinary Ophthalmologist, Oklahoma State University
The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Oklahoma State University Center for Veterinary Health Sciences is seeking applicants for a tenure-track or clinical-track position in veterinary ophthalmology.
Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. A DVM degree or equivalent and completion of clinical residency training in veterinary ophthalmology are required. Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) is preferred. However, those qualified to take the ACVO certification examination are encouraged to apply. Eligibility for faculty licensure in the state of Oklahoma is required. Duties will include clinical ophthalmology service, including emergency services and consultation in the Boren Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, didactic and clinical instruction of veterinary students and scholarship.
The College is cognizant of the economics associated with academic careers and has devised a hospital plan and other methods that provide opportunities for faculty income enhancement.
Application review will begin as received and the position will remain open until filled. Applications should include a letter of intent with a statement of professional goals, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three references.
Inquiries or applications should be addressed to:
Dr. Charles MacAllister, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Oklahoma State University,
Stillwater, OK 74078-2042
PHONE: (405)744-8468; FAX: (405) 744-6265; E-mail: cmacall@okstate.edu
- Veterinary Technician Jobs, Eastern Iowa Veterinary Specialty Center
The Eastern Iowa Veterinary Specialty Center is now accepting mature, dedicated, career-oriented applicants for veterinary technician positions. All staff shares in weekend and holiday duties. Technicians willing to work every weekend will receive a wage incentive. Four day work weeks with one or two, three day weekends each month. Salary depends on experience and skill. Apply to Abby Walker, awalker@horizondvm.com. Fax: 319-841-5160