Job Book for IOWA 
Date Posted:June 16, 2008
Contact Person:Dr. Kent Schwartz
Practice Name:Iowa State University
Address:3810 Beardshear Hall
Ames, IA 500112033
Phone:(515)294-1950
E-Mail:kschwart@iastate.edu
Practice Type:University
Job Type:Faculty
Vacancy ID#: 080416. Title: Clinician/Senior Clinician. Non-tenure track, 12-month, full-time. Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM), Department of Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine (VDPAM) invites nominations and applications for a clinical-track faculty position in diagnostic pathology within the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ISU VDL). Applications for clinical-track position will be accepted at the levels of clinician and senior clinician. The ISU VDL is an AAVLD-accredited, full-service laboratory that serves veterinarians and animal owners of the state of Iowa and surrounding states. The caseload is diverse with food animal species representing the majority of submissions. The primary responsibility of the position will be to provide diagnostic pathology support and consultation on a year-round (12 month) basis for practicing veterinarians and other animal health professionals. The ability to interact and communicate with practicing veterinarians and deliver diagnostic information I a concise and well-organized manner is essential. The opportunity also exists to assist in poultry diagnostic services. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position by clicking "Apply for this Vacancy" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to attach the following: 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae, 2. Letter of Application/Cover Letter, 3. Contact information for three references.
Date Posted:June 16, 2008
Contact Person:Kristi Mason
Address:
Remsen, IA
Phone:(712)376-2347
E-Mail:kristi_k_mason@yahoo.com
Practice Type:Mixed
Job Type:Associate
Associate Veterinarian to join a truly mixed animal practice. New graduates welcome and encouraged. Our 4 doctor practice is located in Marcus, Iowa with an additional clinic in Remsen, Iowa. The towns are small town living at their best with popn. approx. 1200 each. Located within 15 miles of shopping, dental and medical, each town also has its own grocery and local shops as well. Plenty of outdoor activities and youth programs and good school systems. Our practice specializes in swine consultation as well as beef herd work. We also offer equine reproductive services such as ultrasound and AI. Small animals are always welcome at our practice and we offer the basics. We are equipped with 3 portable chutes and a portable tub (foremost), a portable headgate/alley and a haul in facility at the Marcus office. We also have ultrasound, x-ray for companion animals and in house bloodwork capabilities. We are an ambulatory practice and cover a practice radius of about 4 counties (45 minute radius). Salary is negotiable and future partnership is possible. Benefits include AVMA/IVMA dues, CE reimbursement, health insurance stipend, and professional liability. Ambulatory unit is negotiable. Please contact Dr. Kristi Mason at 712-376-2347 or kristi_k_mason@yahoo.com for further information.
Date Posted:June 10, 2008
Contact Person:Dr. Kent Schwartz
Practice Name:Iowa State University
Address:3810 Beardshear Hall
Ames, IA 500112033
Phone:(515)294-2936
E-Mail:kschwart@iastate.edu, employment@iastate.edu
Practice Type:University
Job Type:Faculty
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine. Tenure-track, 12-month, full-time. Faculty position in diagnostic pathology within the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ISU VDL). The ISU VDL is an AAVLD-accredited, full-service laboratory that serves veterinarians and animal owners of the state of Iowa and surrounding states. The caseload is diverse with food animal species representing the majority of submissions. The primary responsibility of the position will be to provide diagnostic pathology support and consultation on a year-round basis for practicing veterinarians and other animal health professionals. The ability to interact and communicate with practicing veterinarians and deliver diagnostic information in a concise and well-organized manner is essential. The opportunity exists to assist in poultry diagnostic services. Assistant Professor: DVM or equivalent degree and an advanced degree in veterinary pathology or a related field. Associate Professor: in addition to the assistant professor qualifications listed above, evidence of scholarly activity, success in achieving grant funding, and diagnostic laboratory experience. Professor: in addition to associate professor qualifications, a minimum of 10 years experience in diagnostic medicine or a related field and demonstrated scholarly activity of national and/or international recognition. Preferred Qualifications: ACVP diplomat status or eligibility, practice experience-particularly mixed or food animal practice, evidence of experience in the instruction and/or mentoring of graduate students and/or professional students, evidence of leading or collaborating with a successful research group, and experience in a veterinary diagnostic laboratory. Salary: commensurate with qualifications.
Date Posted:February 21, 2008
Contact Person:Dr. Jerry Finch
Phone:(712)928-2151
E-Mail:amcmed@yahoo.com
Practice Type:Small
Job Type:Associate
Eight doctor, two-location practice in Hartley and Spencer, Iowa (Northwest, 2.5 hours from Omaha, 1.5 hours from Sioux City or Sioux Falls) looking to add an associate due to the retirement of a small animal doctor. We have in-house lab machines, radiography with auto processor, ultrasound machines for repro & small animal work, in-clinic cattle and equine facilities. Associates get medical, CE allowance, retirement plan, vehicle reimbursement, every other weekend off, and one afternoon per week off. This job is companion animal medicine & surgery with the opportunity to participate in all parts of a mixed animal practice if desired. Nearby Iowa Great Lakes offers many recreation opportunities. On-call duties shared equally. Please contact Dr. Jerry Finch at (712) 928-2151 or amcmed@yahoo.com
Date Posted:February 18, 2008
Contact Person:Robin Adam, Human Resources
Practice Name:Hy-Line International
Address:
Des Moines, IA
E-Mail:radam@hyline.com
Practice Type:Corporation
Hy-Line International is a primary breeding company located in West Des Moines, Iowa that is a leading supplier of layer chicken genetics to over 110 countries worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Technical Services Veterinarian who would provide technical service in the areas of management, veterinary and nutrition for North American and international customers and for general support of the company’s research and production departments through the routine monitoring of disease status of flocks, auditing biosecurity procedures, flock inspections and by providing health documentation to meet breeder chick export requirements. Position Responsibilities: Provide technical assistance to customers of Hy-Line International and Hy-Line North America Travel internationally to provide technical services to poultry farmers and hatcheries, make presentations at technical meetings, conduct technical seminars and regional technical schools Assist in writing breeder and commercial layer technical management guides Work with a world-wide team of veterinary, management, hatchery and nutritional consultants Provide communication between Hy-Line International and state, federal and academic veterinarians Interact with other primary breeder veterinarians on common issues through APPBV (Association of Poultry Primary Breeder Veterinarians Attend poultry technical meetings (AVMA and others) to stay current with the latest research and industry developments and trends. Write trade journal articles on relevant technical topics Interpret serology and bacteriology results from the Hy-Line International Internal Veterinary Services laboratory Develop preventive health care programs for commercial poultry and breeder flocks Perform postmortem exams for production, research, Hy-Line North America and customers to monitor health status of flocks Maintain USDA import permits needed to receive foreign samples Assist in Marek’s disease challenge tests Conduct on-site facility inspections to audit biosecurity and management programs to ensure SOP compliance and identify new biosecurity threats Monitor U.S. and worldwide outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Poultry Diseases Advise emergency response team on updates to disease situations occurring worldwide Provide general veterinary support to the commercial team Sign routine export papers for Hy-Line International and Hy-Vac Monitor changes in foreign country import requirements and OIE regulations and ensure compliance Conduct monthly breeder flock inspections Qualifications & Profile: A DVM degree from a recognized university and USDA veterinary accreditation Strong interest in a career in poultry medicine Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are needed Excellent presentation skills with the ability to present ideas effectively and communicate well at all levels within an organization Minimum English Proficiency of Advanced Mid as defined in the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines Decision Making & Freedom to Act: Hy-Line International believes in allowing its employees the freedom to make decisions and action them in accordance with their ability and level of reporting. This position will have a great deal of latitude to work across departmental boundaries to accomplish objectives. Working Conditions: Global Technical Service Veterinarian position is based at Hy-Line International’s Technology Center located in Dallas Center, Iowa. The position is considered to be a minimum of 40 hours per week and typically requires flexibility. The incumbent will be expected to travel both domestically and internationally.
Date Posted:February 15, 2008
Contact Person:Kelly J. Turner
Practice Name:Oakland Vet Clinic
Address:
Oakland, IA 51560
Phone:(712)482-6868
Fax:(712)482-6938
Practice Type:Mixed
Job Type:Associate
Large potential for beef, equine or small animal. We have a great staff, in-house and module x-ray/blood machines, ultrasound and much more. Salary will be competitive with others. We are located about 25 miles east of Council Bluffs-Omaha. We have seen lots of growth in local towns.
Date Posted:January 14, 2008
Contact Person:Dr. John Moellers
Practice Name:Greene Veterinary Clinic
Address:615 N. High Street
Greene, IA 50636
Phone:(641)823-5852
E-Mail:jcm@iowatelecom.net
Practice Type:Mixed
Job Type:Associate
Immediate opening and great opportunity for an associate veterinarian. Practice is approximately 40% small animal,. 30% swine, 25% beef cattle, 5% equine and a small percentage of other species. Opportunity to practice mixed animal medicine or concentrate in areas of interest. This practice is well equipped - computerized, gas anesthesia, x-ray, Vetscan CBC and serum chemistry machinies, pulse oximeter, large animal haul-in facilities and more. We have two nice clinics in two great communities - Greene and Charles City. We have a friendly, helpful staff and enjoy working together. We provide high quality medicine and dedicated service to our patients and clients. We are looking for someone who is personable, has a positive attitude, good communication skills and works well with others. New graduates or experienced veterinarians may apply. We offer a competitive salary, mobile unit, paid vacation, professional liability insurance, AVMA and state association dues, CE and an IRA. Partnership opportunity available.
Date Posted:January 3, 2008
Contact Person:Robin Adam
Practice Name:Hy-Line International
Address:Dallas Center
E-Mail:radam@hyline.com
The position of Staff Veterinarian, Internal Veterinary Services, is responsible for general support of the research and production departments through the routine monitoring of disease status of flocks, auditing biosecurity procedures and by providing health documentation to meet export requirements. Must be able to monitor changes in foreign country import requirements and OIE regulations and ensure compliance. Sign routine export papers for Hy-Line International and Hy-Vac. Respond to requests for technical assistance from Hy-Line North America. Determine need for special testing beyond NPIP to meet export requirements and execute. Conduct monthly breeder flock inspections. Provide communication between Hy-Line International and state, federal and academic veterinarians. Interact with other primary breeder veterinarians on common issues through APPBV. Interpret results from the Internal Veterinary Services laboratory and distribute routine reports. Perform postmortem exams for production, research, Hy-Line North America customers. Maintain import permits needed to receive foreign samples. Coordinate Marek's disease challenge tests. Conduct on-site facility inspections to audit biosecurity and management programs to ensure SOP compliance and identify new threats. Monitor US and worldwide outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Poultry Diseases. Advise emergency response team on updates to disease situations. Provide general veterinary support to the commercial team. Must have a DVM degree from a recognized university and US veterinary accreditation. At least 7 years of broad practical experience and knowledge base in the poultry industry and a proven track record of accomplishment.