Animal Vision Center of Virginia, in conjunction with Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology Residency
Animal Vision Center of Virginia, in conjunction with Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology in Washington, DC, is now accepting applications from qualified individuals for a three-year comparative ophthalmology residency, commencing July 2023. Primary duties and scheduling of the resident will be with Animal Vision Center of Virginia, with supplemental training provided by Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology.
Our mission is to guide and support our residents through a detailed didactic and clinical training program to create an exceptional experience and high-quality veterinary ophthalmologist. We will provide clinical training in all aspects of diagnostic and therapeutic veterinary ophthalmology of domestic and exotic pet animal species, in compliance with the guidelines established by the ABVO. Upon successful completion of the residency program, the resident will have submitted all necessary materials for approval by the credentials committee of the ABVO, and be eligible to sit for the ABVO examinations.
Position Summary
Animal Vision Center of Virginia is a busy, privately-owned ophthalmology practice that affords a strong clinical and surgical caseload for resident training. Within our hospitals, we offer state-of-the-art surgical facilities; team members who are compassionate, well trained and efficient at improving workflow; and strong support and collaboration with the regional base of 500-plus local veterinarians. The resident will be under the direct guidance of ACVO diplomates Dr. Heather Brookshire and Dr. Micki Armour.
Qualifications
1. Candidates must be a licensed DVM able to practice in the U.S.
2. Must have completed or in the process of completing a 12-month clinical veterinary experience (rotating internship) or equivalent experience from the private practice.
3. Citizenship or legal resident status in the United States or H1-B Visa status.
Required Application Materials
1. A personal statement describing the applicant’s background, reasons for applying for this residency, and career goals.
2. Curriculum vitae with names and contact information of 3-5 references.
3. Three to five letters of reference from faculty members, research mentors, and/or practicing veterinarians, ideally addressing the candidate’s eagerness to learn, communication skills, work ethic and clinical aptitude in veterinary medicine. Letters should be submitted by the authors directly to Dr. Heather Brookshire (HBrookshire@DVM.com)
4. Official transcripts, including grade point average from all post-secondary institutions attended and your class rank in veterinary school.
For further information, interested candidates may contact Melissa Noblett, Office Manager of AVCVA (Melissa@AVCVA.com).
Getting to know the area!
These two prime locations in the mid-Atlantic region provide unparalleled work environments and are both all-around great places to work and live!
Virginia Beach has been named one of the best places to live by USA Today Weekend. With any free time you have during the residency, you’ll find cool neighborhoods, fantastic restaurants, a lively arts scene, state parks and the famous oceanfront boardwalk and beach! We’re also just a short drive from Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens and the Outer Banks. The region is very animal-loving, with the presence of excellent animal advocacy and wildlife rehabilitation groups, as well as home to the Virginia Zoological Park, Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, Virginia Living Museum and more. Animal Vision Center of Virginia provides ophthalmology care for many of these organizations. Our practice is also very active in the community, providing free or reduced-cost services to local service and therapy dogs, K-9 police dogs, mounted patrol horses, therapeutic riding horses, wildlife rehabilitation organizations, SPCAs and rescue groups in our area.
Washington, DC is a wonderful place to live and advance your career in veterinary ophthalmology. The nation's capital attracts clients who are thoughtful and supportive of state of the art technology for the needs of their family members. Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology is an entity within Friendship Hospital for Animals, where more than 75 veterinarians practice under one roof. Tutelage of the 14 rotating small animal interns helps maintain an academic feel in a private practice setting. Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology provides ophthalmic care for the State Department and other government agencies, the National Zoo, the Baltimore Aquarium, Owl Moon Raptor Center, K-9 police dogs and service animal groups and other organizations. The city is filled with museums, excursions and festivals when you need a distraction.
Benefits:
We offer a generous benefit package that includes:
· Student loan repayment assistance
· 401K and profit sharing plans
· Paid vacation (2 weeks per year)
· Paid health insurance
· Short and long-term disability program (group and individual)
· Group term life insurance
· Health club / wellness allowance
· Paid membership in local, state and national veterinary and veterinary
ophthalmology organizations
· Continuing education allowance
· Relocation allowance
· Fun, off-site semi-annual appreciation events with our local veterinary community
Come find the positive and dedicated training experience you have been looking for! Learn more about us by visiting www.avcva.com and our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AVCVA/. See what our clients and referring veterinarians have to say about working with us on our Facebook, Google and Yelp listings.
Please feel free to contact us with specific questions. Let’s talk and explore an opportunity together!