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Get Access To All JobsThe Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences at The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) invites applications for a one-year Clinical Instructorship in Small Animal Emergency and Trauma Surgery. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for advanced surgical training, clinical teaching, and mentorship within one of the nation's premier veterinary specialty hospitals.
Position Overview
The Clinical Instructor will lead the Urgent Surgical Service, providing care for critically ill and injured patients requiring emergency and trauma-related surgical intervention. The role combines hands-on clinical service, resident and intern training, and professional development under the guidance of an experienced surgical faculty.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Urgent Surgical Service and manage emergency surgical caseloads.
- Examine, diagnose, and treat critically ill surgical patients.
- Perform emergency and trauma-related soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.
- Provide primary patient care and client communication.
- Supervise and teach surgical residents and interns assigned to the service.
- Participate in departmental activities, including:
- Case rounds
- Resident seminars
- Journal club
- Service and departmental meetings
- Contribute to AMC's mission of excellence in patient care, education, and clinical training.
Mentorship & Professional Development
Clinical Instructors receive active mentorship from AMC's team of ACVS board-certified surgeons. The position is designed to support professional growth while providing significant clinical responsibility. In addition, eight weeks of leave for Phase II board examination preparation will be provided.
Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
- Completion of a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery.
- Completion of a residency in small animal surgery.
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in New York State.
- Commitment to outstanding patient care, client service, and clinical teaching.
About AMC
The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is one of the largest non-profit animal hospitals in the world, treating more than 50,000 patients annually. The successful candidate will join a collaborative surgical team that includes:
- 9 ACVS board-certified surgeons
- 7 surgical residents
- 2 specialty interns in surgery
- 1 specialty intern in surgical oncology
- 3 anesthesiologists
- 4 neurologists
- An Integrative & Rehabilitation Center
- A broad network of specialty services
Advanced Facilities & Equipment
- 64-slice CT
- 1.5T MRI
- Two C-arms
- Arthroscopy
- Laparoscopy
- Thoracoscopy, including NIR technology
- Additional advanced surgical and diagnostic resources
Why Join AMC?
This instructorship provides a unique combination of:
- High-level clinical experience
- Dedicated mentorship
- Teaching opportunities
- Exposure to a diverse and complex caseload
- Access to advanced technology and multidisciplinary collaboration
Pay Range
$250,000 - $275,000 USD
Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:
A Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital’s entire 83,000-square-foot space into a state-of-the-art facility unlike any other.
Highlights include: A brand-new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64-slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In-house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT.
A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties: With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.
A Hospital in the heart of NYC: AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.
The Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences at The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) invites applications for a one-year Clinical Instructorship in Small Animal Emergency and Trauma Surgery. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for advanced surgical training, clinical teaching, and mentorship within one of the nation's premier veterinary specialty hospitals.
Position Overview
The Clinical Instructor will lead the Urgent Surgical Service, providing care for critically ill and injured patients requiring emergency and trauma-related surgical intervention. The role combines hands-on clinical service, resident and intern training, and professional development under the guidance of an experienced surgical faculty.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Urgent Surgical Service and manage emergency surgical caseloads.
- Examine, diagnose, and treat critically ill surgical patients.
- Perform emergency and trauma-related soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.
- Provide primary patient care and client communication.
- Supervise and teach surgical residents and interns assigned to the service.
- Participate in departmental activities, including:
- Case rounds
- Resident seminars
- Journal club
- Service and departmental meetings
- Contribute to AMC's mission of excellence in patient care, education, and clinical training.
Mentorship & Professional Development
Clinical Instructors receive active mentorship from AMC's team of ACVS board-certified surgeons. The position is designed to support professional growth while providing significant clinical responsibility. In addition, eight weeks of leave for Phase II board examination preparation will be provided.
Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
- Completion of a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery.
- Completion of a residency in small animal surgery.
- Eligibility for veterinary licensure in New York State.
- Commitment to outstanding patient care, client service, and clinical teaching.
About AMC
The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is one of the largest non-profit animal hospitals in the world, treating more than 50,000 patients annually. The successful candidate will join a collaborative surgical team that includes:
- 9 ACVS board-certified surgeons
- 7 surgical residents
- 2 specialty interns in surgery
- 1 specialty intern in surgical oncology
- 3 anesthesiologists
- 4 neurologists
- An Integrative & Rehabilitation Center
- A broad network of specialty services
Advanced Facilities & Equipment
- 64-slice CT
- 1.5T MRI
- Two C-arms
- Arthroscopy
- Laparoscopy
- Thoracoscopy, including NIR technology
- Additional advanced surgical and diagnostic resources
Why Join AMC?
This instructorship provides a unique combination of:
- High-level clinical experience
- Dedicated mentorship
- Teaching opportunities
- Exposure to a diverse and complex caseload
- Access to advanced technology and multidisciplinary collaboration
Pay Range
$250,000 - $275,000 USD
Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:
A Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world’s largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital’s entire 83,000-square-foot space into a state-of-the-art facility unlike any other.
Highlights include: A brand-new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64-slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In-house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT.
A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties: With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.
A Hospital in the heart of NYC: AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Veterinary Surgeon
Verify your DVM credential equivalency early
If your veterinary degree is from outside the U.S., have it evaluated by a USCIS-recognized credential assessment agency before applying. Employers need confirmation your foreign DVM is equivalent to a U.S. degree to support the specialty occupation classification on your I-129 petition.
Secure state licensure before your start date
Most sponsoring employers won't file your LCA until you hold a valid veterinary license in the state where you'll practice. Each state board has its own timeline, so start the application process well before your intended employment date to avoid petition delays.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate by role and location
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for veterinary roles. Because each worksite requires its own certified LCA, targeting employers already familiar with multi-location filings saves significant time during the offer stage.
Target USDA-accredited and research veterinary employers
Federal agencies, veterinary schools, and research institutions are cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning they aren't subject to the annual cap and selection rules that have changed recently. These organizations can file petitions year-round, giving you a faster and more predictable sponsorship timeline.
Confirm the LCA wage level matches your actual duties
DOL's OFLC Wage Search assigns prevailing wage levels based on experience and job complexity. If your role includes surgery, specialized diagnostics, or supervisory responsibilities, make sure the employer selects Level II or III, not Level I, to accurately reflect your position and avoid RFE risk.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation requirements
The O*NET occupation profile for veterinarians explicitly lists doctoral-level education as a standard entry requirement. Sharing this reference with your employer's legal team strengthens the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition and reduces the chance of a USCIS Request for Evidence.
H-1B Visa Veterinary Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Veterinary Surgeon role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree is the standard minimum requirement for practicing as a veterinary surgeon, and USCIS consistently recognizes the role as a specialty occupation. The O*NET profile and state licensing boards both confirm that doctoral-level education in veterinary medicine is required, not merely preferred, which is the key distinction USCIS applies when evaluating I-129 petitions.
Do I need a U.S. state veterinary license before my employer can file my H-1B petition?
In most cases, yes. Because practicing veterinary medicine without a valid state license is illegal, sponsoring employers typically require licensure before certifying the Labor Condition Application with DOL. If you're still completing the NAVLE or waiting on board approval, discuss a conditional start date with your employer so the LCA timeline aligns with when your license is issued.
Can my employer use one LCA if I work at multiple clinic locations?
No. Each worksite where you provide services requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL, listing that location's prevailing wage. If your role involves rotating between clinics or covering emergency sites across a region, your employer must obtain separate LCA certification for each physical address before you work there, not after.
How long does H-1B status last for a veterinary surgeon, and can it be extended?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. If your employer begins a green card sponsorship process through PERM before you reach the five-year mark, you may be eligible for extensions beyond six years while that case remains pending. USCIS processes these extension petitions separately from the initial grant.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for veterinary surgeon roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location. This is especially useful for veterinary roles because sponsorship willingness varies significantly between private practices, corporate veterinary groups, university teaching hospitals, and federal agencies. Focusing your search on employers with an established filing history reduces the risk of pursuing opportunities where sponsorship falls through late in the process.