National Director of Veterinary Surgical Training

EPM Scientific; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EPM Scientific is seeking a Veterinary Training Program Director / Lead Veterinary Surgeon to oversee the strategic development and daily operations of a national surgical education program. You will serve as the lead instructor and mentor a team of veterinary professionals to deliver advanced training.

The role focuses on curriculum design, hands-on surgical training, and partnerships with shelters and community organizations.

Qualifications

• DVM degree with eligibility for state licensure.
• Experience in high-volume spay and neuter surgeries.
• Proven ability to teach and mentor veterinary professionals.
• Strong leadership and program management capabilities.
• Ability to work onsite full-time.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of a veterinary surgical training program.
• Manage and develop a team of veterinary professionals, ensuring high standards of patient care and instructional excellence.
• Design and enhance educational curriculum and training initiatives.
• Deliver hands-on surgical training and mentorship to licensed veterinarians.
• Serve as the primary instructor for high-volume spay and neuter surgical procedures.
• Oversee perioperative patient care, including pre-operative evaluation, anesthesia considerations, post-operative recovery, and complication management.
• Provide instruction on: Surgical candidate evaluation, Anesthesia protocols and patient monitoring, Surgical preparation and sterile technique, High-volume, high-quality surgical methods, Soft tissue surgical procedures, Post-operative care and pain management, Community animal population management programs.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with animal shelters, rescue organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Lead training and professional development initiatives for veterinary staff.
• Support continuous improvement efforts across clinical and educational operations.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching/Mentoring

Communication

Team Management

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

EPM Scientific is seeking a Veterinary Training Program Director / Lead Veterinary Surgeon to oversee the strategic development and daily operations of a national surgical education program. You will serve as the lead instructor and mentor a team of veterinary professionals to deliver advanced training.

The role focuses on curriculum design, hands-on surgical training, and partnerships with shelters and community organizations.