Ophthalmology Resident

The program prepares residents for the successful completion of all steps of the certification process leading to diplomate status in the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists after 4 years. The program trains veterinary ophthalmologists interested in pursuit of academic achievement and contribution, whether in an academic or private institution. Non-clinical time is allotted for literature review, basic science-training, manuscript preparation and board exam.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Have primary case responsibility.
* Perform a physical and ophthalmic examination and review the medical record and laboratory data prior to 8 am each morning for every patient in their care.
* Attend and participate in morning rounds.
* Consult with referring veterinarian.
* To fulfill all the requirements required for the residency by the ophthalmology program at NCSU as well as the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.
* Initiate a scholarly activity plan within the first six months of the residency.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule Monday - Friday 7:00 - 5:00pm, some weekends and holidays required. Department Required Skills

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Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

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Required License or Certification

Eligible for the North Carolina Veterinary Licensure and/or faculty certificate under the supervision of the NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Valid NC Driver's License required? No Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment