Primary Care Veterinarian (Full-Time, Open Rank) - Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University
About The Position
The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University is seeking a Primary Care Veterinarian for a full-time, open-rank position. This role involves providing high-quality companion animal primary care, contributing to the development of an academic clinical service, and eventually including clinical teaching as the DVM program matures. The position is ideal for veterinarians who thrive in hands-on practice, value relationship-centered medicine, enjoy collaboration, and are energized by innovation and building new programs. Faculty joining at this stage have a unique opportunity to help build a new college of veterinary medicine, practice high-quality medicine in a modern teaching hospital, and influence clinical protocols and educational programs.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
- Minimum of five (5) years of companion animal primary care experience
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in New Jersey
- Demonstrated proficiency in preventive medicine, diagnostic evaluation, routine soft-tissue surgery, dentistry, and client communication
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
- Adaptability, initiative, and enthusiasm for helping build a growing academic clinical service
- Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire
Nice To Haves
- Interest in spectrum-of-care medicine
- Interest in or pursuit of American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP) certification
- Interest in clinical research or scholarly activity
- Previous teaching, mentoring, or academic experience
- Experience developing clinical systems, protocols, or quality improvement initiatives
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional preventive, diagnostic, medical, and surgical care for companion animal patients
- Perform routine soft-tissue surgery and dentistry
- Collaborate with specialty and emergency clinicians to provide comprehensive patient care
- Develop and refine clinical protocols, standard operating procedures, and workflow processes
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and service development
- Prepare for future clinical teaching and mentorship of veterinary students
- Engage in scholarly activity or clinical research consistent with individual interests
- Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive hospital culture
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, and dental insurance
- Participation in New Jersey retirement and pension plans
- Generous paid vacation, holidays, and leave benefits
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependents
- Faculty governance participation and union representation
- Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
