Avian, Exotic, and Zoological Medicine Veterinary Locum

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Job Description Position Summary: Avian, Exotic, and Zoological Medicine Service in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Colorado State University is seeking veterinary locum coverage for our department at our Fort Collins, CO teaching hospital. Successful candidates will supervise the clinical service, consisting of residents, house officers, and students. The service has one dedicated technician and is supported by Anesthesia, ECC , Imaging, and other ancillary services. Full Consideration Date: Open until Filled Signing Bonus: N/A Brief Work Unit Description: The Colorado State University ( CSU ) Veterinary Teaching Hospital provides 24/7 professional veterinary care to the public, communication with referring veterinarians and education to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Students. The mission of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital is to educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every day. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital also strives to meet the goals of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the University through service, outreach and education of professional veterinary medical students, residents and interns. Essential Job Duties: Teaching = 50% Clinical – clinical effort to the VTH to include active instruction to junior and senior Veterinary Medical students and participate in the clinical training of interns and residents rotating through the AEZ service. Clinical Service = 50% Clinical Assignment – Provide clinical supervision to the VTH to include participation in the AEZ services and backup support for residents, house officers, and students. Conditions of Employment: CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. Supervision: Position will supervise the clinical service, consisting of residents, house officers, and students. Minimum Qualifications: DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree. Board certification in the American College of Zoological Medicine ( ACZM ) An Academic Veterinary License from CO DORA will be required to practice in this role. ​ Preferred Qualifications: Experience instructing veterinary students, interns, and residents in the diagnosis and management of AEZ cases in the clinical setting. Salary Range $125.00 - $156.00 Required Application Documents To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Resume/CV Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in! Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.