Emergency Medicine Clinical Instructor

Clinical Instructor In Emergency Medicine

The UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine Department of Medical Sciences invites applications for a Clinical Instructor position in Emergency Medicine within UW Veterinary Care. This renewable, full-time (100% FTE) academic veterinary practice appointment is designed for veterinarians with a strong interest in emergency medicine and clinical teaching in a tertiary-care academic environment.

The successful candidate will provide emergency patient care through direct case receiving and management while providing oversight and clinical instruction for veterinary students and rotating interns. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking an academic clinical career focused on patient care and teaching, without formal research requirements.

UW Veterinary Care evaluates approximately 30,000 small animal patients annually. The Emergency Medicine service supports a high caseload and provides around-the-clock care in a collaborative environment alongside specialty services including anesthesia and pain management, cardiology, dentistry and oral surgery, diagnostic imaging, dermatology, extracorporeal therapy, internal medicine, neurology, medical, surgical and radiation oncology, ophthalmology, soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, and primary care.

Key Job Responsibilities:

The Clinical Instructor in Emergency Medicine will contribute to the clinical, teaching, and service missions of the School of Veterinary Medicine through:

• Providing direct emergency case receiving, patient care, medical decision-making, and client communication for small animal emergency patients.
• Delivering clinical instruction, supervision, and mentorship to veterinary students and rotating interns during emergency medicine patient care activities.
• Participating in an average of approximately 40 hours per week of emergency case receiving and/or teaching activities.
• Supporting a collaborative learning environment through bedside teaching, case discussions, and clinical oversight of learners.
• Participating in additional educational activities, as appropriate, including emergency medicine procedures laboratories, topic rounds, and other student-centered teaching opportunities.
• Working collaboratively with faculty, house officers, veterinary technicians, and staff to support excellence in patient care and education.

This position does not include formal research requirements, though participation in scholarly or educational activities is welcomed based on individual interests.

Department:

UW Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Medical Sciences

Compensation:

The starting salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. UW Madison offers outstanding employee benefits, ample paid time off, and financial support for continuing education.

Required Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent degree).

Completion of a small animal rotating internship, emergency medicine internship, or equivalent emergency medicine experience in clinical practice.

Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Wisconsin.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative clinical environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in emergency medicine clinical practice.

Interest or experience in clinical teaching, mentorship, or supervision of veterinary students and/or interns.

Interest in contributing to emergency medicine educational activities such as procedures laboratories, rounds, and case-based instruction.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Education:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent.

How to Apply:

-Please upload one document that includes a cover letter detailing relevant qualifications and experience, current resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted unless applicant is a finalist.

-The deadline for assuring full consideration is June 22, 2026; however, the position will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled.

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