The Department of Clinical Sciences and the Veterinary Health Center, College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University invites applications for a clinical, 1-year, renewable appointment as a Small Animal Urgent Care Clinician (SAUCC).   Candidates must hold a DVM degree or equivalent. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed internship training or have three years of experience in small animal practice. The SAUCC will serve as a faculty member within the Pet Health and Nutrition Center and also work closely with the Surgery and Internal Medicine specialty services within the Veterinary Health Center. The SAUCC will provide primary care for emergencies and walk-in appointments, triage cases prior to internal referral to the appropriate specialty service, and provide front-line support for the Orthopedic and General surgery services. In addition to clinical care, the SAUCC will provide clinical and didactic instruction for senior students on the Pet Health service.  The SAUCC will be a team member in the mission to teach and develop entry-level skills in a primary care setting and provide exceptional care to the patients of the Veterinary Health Center.

This position represents a 100% appointment in clinical service and teaching. 

The starting date is negotiable.  Professorial rank is based on academic experience and accomplishments commensurate with departmental guidelines for each academic rank.  Salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience and qualifications.

To apply, please complete the online application.  Curriculum vitae, a letter summarizing career goals and contact information for three professional references must be included.   Inquiries may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Kenneth Harkin, DVM, DACVIM at harkin@vet.k-state.edu.  Review of applications will begin as soon as possible and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.