Surgery Clinical and Research Specialty Internship
Program Information
The Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County by Ethos Veterinary Health is proud to announce a new surgery specialty internship. VSH-NC is a specialist referral hospital in San Diego dedicated to innovation, clinical research, and
unparalleled, comprehensive veterinary care. The internship is a rigorous 1-year program centered on clinical training in
surgical oncology, minimally invasive surgery, and interventional radiology with dedicated time towards prospective
clinical research. The program is designed for competitive applicants with an interest in pursuing surgery specialty
training following the internship year. It is expected that the applicant will have already completed a rotating internship.
The intern will be supervised by two ACVS boarded specialists, including a surgeon with a Colorado State University
Fellowship in Surgical Oncology. Our surgery service is split between soft tissue and orthopedic surgery to enhance
patient care and specialization. The intern will spend most time with the soft tissue service (60%) but will also rotate with the orthopedic and neurosurgery service (40%). Additionally, 22 board-certified or board-eligible specialists support the hospital program. Specialty services available at VSH-NC include: surgery, internal medicine, emergency and critical care, neurology, oncology, dermatology, cardiology, dentistry, pharmacy, sports medicine and rehab, and diagnostic imaging.
The objectives of the internship are to provide the surgical intern experience with complex surgical oncology caseload with an emphasis on minimally invasive surgery, interventional oncology, interventional endoscopy, in addition to maximally invasive surgical oncology procedures. Primary case management, with direct supervision from board-certified specialists, allows for maximum clinical exposure. The intern will have a direct and prominent role in assisting with several prospective clinical trials, with an average of 4-8 clinical trials open at a time. This includes a groundbreaking prospective, randomized clinical trial on hemangiosarcoma in 400 dogs and an ongoing prospective clinical trial on thoracoscopic metastasectomy in dogs. The intern will receive dedicated time for manuscript preparation, grant writing, and will be expected to assist with completion of clinical trials-related paperwork, recruitment of patients for enrollment in clinical trials, in addition to daily clinical duties.
The hospital is equipped with a brand new Storz 4k laparoscopy tower with near-infrared imaging, rigid and flexible endoscopy, warmed, humidified insufflation, and a Calculase III Ho:Yag laser lithotripter. The interventional radiology suite is equipped with an OEC 9800 12” C-Arm with a vascular package, flat screen LCD monitor upgrades, and disposables necessary for advanced vascular, hepatobiliary, and airway procedures. We recently installed the most advanced CT scanner in southern california, a 128-slice Canon Aquilion with bolus tracking for precise angiograms, cardiac gating, CT fluoroscopy capabilities, and double-slice reconstruction for accurate MPR and 3D volume rendering. We have an MRI (1.5 Siemens Magnetom), neurologic testing including EEG, EMG, NCV and BAER testing, as well as a physical rehabilitation center (including underwater treadmill, acupuncture, TENS/NMES, therapeutic ultrasound, and PRP therapy), a state-of-the-art USP 800 compliant chemotherapy facility, and a new in-house pharmacy suite.
Benefits, Prerequisites and Requirements
Benefits
Opportunity to earn additional cash compensation: On call responsibilities (two nights per week) garner an additional call-in bonus, per case. |
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as participation in our voluntary 401(k) plan. – Company-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability insurance. – Liability insurance after house officers become AVMA members. |
Vacation: Paid Time Off: Interns receive two weeks of paid time off which can be used for sick days, vacation and/orpersonal days and for professional development such as CE, residency or job interviews. |
Is a contract required? Yes |
Is a non-compete clause required? No |
Is a State license required? Yes If yes, what is the licensure fee? 750-850 |
Is a DEA license required? No |
Is USDA accreditation required? No |
Prerequisites
- California state license required.
- Employment with Ethos is contingent upon successfully completing a background check and showing proof of eligibility to work in the United States on your first day.
- Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Requirements for Application
Standard VIRMP Application Packet
- VIRMP Application
- Veterinary School Official Transcript
- Personal Statement
- Curriculum Vitae
- 3 – 4 Standardized Letters of Reference
Additional Requirements from the Program
- An in-person or online (Zoom platform) interview is required. Selected candidates will be notified about interviewing in mid-January for a late January or early February interview appointment. If you are planning to be in the area and would like to visit the hospital, please feel free to contact us.
Additional information for graduates of universities outside of the United States and Canada
- VSH/ETHOS does not sponsor work visas for non-US/Canadian-citizen applicants, however non-US-citizen applicants with pre-existing work visas not dependent on the hospital will be considered.
- California state license is required. Contact the CVMB ( www.vmb.ca.gov ) for more information.
Visa Sponsorship
If you will require visa sponsoring or are unsure about your work status, please review the Information for Foreign Applicants page and contact this program prior to applying . Please be aware that some programs listed in the VIRMP accept applications ONLY from citizens of the United States (or Canada if a Canadian program) or from applicants who possess permanent residency status at the time of application.
Additional Notes:
- The position will be outside of the match.
- Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out prior to the match for an introduction and informal interview if feasible.