Clinical Veterinary Fellow

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University in Starkville is seeking a Clinical Veterinary Fellow to provide high-quality clinical care within the Small Animal Emergency Service. This entry-level position focuses on emergency and critical care, collaborating with faculty and students. The Fellow will deliver care, participate in case management, and support veterinary education. Candidates must hold a DVM degree with eligibility for licensure in Mississippi. Opportunities for mentoring and professional growth are included in this 2-year time-limited position.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Mississippi.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care to patients presenting to the Small Animal Emergency Service.
• Participate in the management of critically ill patients in the Small Animal ICU.
• Perform primary and secondary case management, including diagnostics, treatment planning, and case follow-up.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Apply now Job no: 510456
Position type: Full-Time 12-Month
Department: 184000 - CVM Clinical Science Department
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Professional
Position Open Date: Apr 21 2026

Position Function

The Clinical Veterinary Fellow provides high-quality clinical care within the Small Animal Emergency Service of the Animal Health Center and supports advanced care for critically ill patients in the Small Animal Intensive Care Unit (ICU). This is a service-oriented, entry-level clinical position designed to support recent graduates, with structured mentoring and professional development provided. This is a 2-year time-limited position.

The Fellow plays a key role in delivering emergency and critical care services, collaborating with clinical faculty and staff to enhance patient outcomes, and contributing to a high standard of client and referring veterinarian service. The position also supports the teaching mission of the College through direct supervision and instruction of veterinary and veterinary technician students.

Clinical Service Delivery

• Provide primary care to patients presenting to the Small Animal Emergency Service.
• Participate in the management of critically ill patients in the Small Animal ICU.
• Perform primary and secondary case management, including diagnostics, treatment planning, and case follow-up.
• Deliver emergency medical care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Collaboration and Consultation

• Consult and communicate effectively with private practitioners regarding referred and emergency cases.
• Collaborate with faculty clinicians and other veterinary staff to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Teaching and Supervision

• Provide clinical instruction and mentorship to senior veterinary students and veterinary technician students.
• Supervise student participation in patient care to ensure high standards of clinical practice.
• Support a positive learning environment that promotes student engagement and skill development.

Service Excellence and Continuous Improvement

• Promote a high level of client service and professionalism in all interactions.
• Participate in efforts to enhance operational efficiency, patient care protocols, and service quality.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from a college accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the State of Mississippi.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing a career in small animal emergency medicine, critical care, or general practice.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence and client service.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of small animal emergency and critical care principles, including triage, stabilization, and acute case management.
• Ability to perform clinical assessments, diagnostic procedures, and implement appropriate treatment plans.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills in fast-paced, high-acuity environments.
• Effective communication skills with clients, students, faculty, and referring veterinarians.
• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple cases while maintaining high standards of care.
• Skill in teaching, mentoring, and supervising veterinary and veterinary technician students in a clinical setting.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team and contribute to service improvement.
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and adhere to clinical, safety, and regulatory standards.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Requires work in a clinical setting with exposure to animals, including emergency and critical cases.
• May involve irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, consistent with emergency service operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, [phone].