Head of Internal Medicine

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in New York City seeks a board-certified (ACVIM or ECVIM) or board-eligible Internal Medicine specialist to lead our Internal Medicine Department and work with administration to further expand and grow AMC's internal medicine services. They will help assure excellence in postgraduate teaching and training, assist in oversight of our ACVIM internal medicine residency training program, and encourage clinical investigation. They will also ensure outstanding client experience and build relationships with AMC's veterinary community. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced veterinarian in internal medicine looking to take their career to the next level and work in a newly constructed, state-of-the-art facility. Thanks to our current expansion and renovation project, we will soon have a new, dedicated Internal Medicine suite including outpatient examination rooms, treatment rooms, and a waiting room in addition to our current dialysis and endoscopic procedure rooms. The Internal Medicine Department includes six ACVIM diplomates in Internal Medicine, one ACVECC diplomate in the role of hospitalist, nine IM residents, as well as rotating interns, experienced licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs) and assistants, and dedicated IM service coordinators. AMC has many clinical resources. Diagnostic imaging services are provided 7 days per week. Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are available on-site. A commercial diagnostic laboratory housed within AMC provides 7-day per week service and on-site clinical pathologists. Clinical and/or basic science research experience is preferred. Opportunities for collaborative research exist both at AMC as well as with the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. AMC is actively looking to increase its research capabilities over the coming years. Additionally, experience in mentoring or teaching undergraduate or graduate veterinarians is highly desirable. Our great team of veterinarians offer a wide range of specialties including anatomic pathology, anesthesiology, cardiology, dentistry, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, emergency and critical care, exotic pet medicine, internal medicine (with dialysis), interventional radiology and endoscopy, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, radiation oncology, rehabilitation and integrative medicine, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, and surgical oncology. We also have a full-time staff social worker. A DVM or equivalent degree and eligibility for licensure in New York State is required. Benefits Competitive base salary Annual service head stipend Generous sign-on bonus Four-day work week Comprehensive benefits including: Health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits Very generous paid time off Paid continuing education time-off and stipend 403-b retirement plan with employer contribution Possibility of housing in an AMC apartment building or assistance to find housing School loan debt forgiveness opportunity as a non-profit hospital Non-corporate practice without pressure for percentage pay Collegial work with colleagues in a non-competitive structure with strong teaching and mentoring opportunities as well as opportunities for research CEU support and ongoing learning opportunities are strongly encouraged Pay Range $300,000-$335,000 USD AMC's Commitment to Lifelong Learning The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is located in Manhattan, near a multitude of leading research and teaching hospitals. AMC's commitment to compassionate and pioneering veterinary care dates to 1910 when it was founded as a clinic to help animals whose owners could not afford treatment. We continue this legacy today as the world's largest non-profit animal hospital, with 130+ veterinarians working collaboratively across 20 specialties and services. Our team prides itself on delivering world class veterinary care to help keep pet families together. When you join the team at AMC, you join a renowned team of veterinary professionals dedicated to innovative care, research, and education. Our prestigious postgraduate education programs attract future leaders in veterinary medicine, and the clinical research conducted at AMC has led to breakthroughs that change the way veterinary care is delivered industry wide. This shared commitment to learning, teaching, and innovative care creates a collegial, collaborative environment with rewarding opportunities for advancement and growth. We're building the future of veterinary medicine at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, thanks to our transformative Gift of Love campaign to expand and enhance our clinical, educational, and research capacities. Construction is currently underway to fully renovate the hospital, ensuring AMC is at the forefront of veterinary medicine for generations to come.

Created: 2024-11-02