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With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under moderate supervision in the Veterinary Research and Oncology Center (VROC) in the Department of Radiation to provide high-quality veterinary care to canine and feline oncology patients owned by private clients. Works to advance the purpose of enhancing the quality of life for patients and furthering cancer research in humans.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Veterinary degree (D.V.M./V.M.D./B.V.Sc.) from AVMA accredited school
- Experience
2 years - completion of two (2) years in a veterinary practice or
2 years postdoctoral training program setting
- Experience
Additional years of relevant experience
- Licenses and Certifications
Current licensure to practice veterinary medicine in the United States Upon Hire
JOB DUTIES
- Delivers clinical care for privately owned pet dogs and cats.
- Participates and conducts rounds and support in the management and follow-up care of enrolled patients.
- Performs sample collections, including minor tumor biopsies from patients.
- Safely restrains animals for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Administers and supervises anesthesia and analgesia to patients during medical and radiation oncology treatments.
- Communicates effectively with clients regarding diagnostics and procedures performed on their pets.
- Supervises the submission of samples to external laboratories.
- Maintains strict adherence to regulatory guidelines, especially regarding the use of controlled substances.
- Participates in clinical research and collaborates with medical doctors.
- Assists in Institutional Animal Care and Research Advisory Committee protocol preparation and reviews.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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