Employment Information
Practice name
Lexington Equine Medical Group
Last Updated
September 20, 2024
Internship Type
Ambulatory
At Lexington Equine Medical we recognize that none of us journeys alone, and our shared interactions mutually influence our paths. Within our uniquely adaptable environment, we foster individuality. We shape molds, rather than being shaped by them. If this resonates with you, we invite you to apply to our 12-month ambulatory internship starting July 2025.
Be a part of a team of veterinarians that offers a positive platform to grow and expand your professional skills.
Duration: 12 months
Qualifications
Candidates must have a D.V.M. or equivalent degree and ability to obtain a veterinary license to practice in the state of Kentucky.
Candidates must have a valid driver’s license.
Candidates are required to have previous horse experience.
General Scope and Nature of Training
Interns will learn through experience as well as structured rounds and case discussions.
Interns will receive mentorship in reproductive cases, foal evaluation, general herd health, pre-purchase exams, lameness and sales related diagnostics.
Interns will develop an understanding of case management and client communications.
A primary objective of the internship year will be the development of clinical maturity and judgment with the intention of interns taking primary case responsibilities as the year progresses.
Submit a CV and letter of intent to Page Mauk, pmauk@lexingtonequinemedical.com.
2
- Equine general practice
- Racetrack practice
- Other (please list)
Reproduction and Neonatal Care
Start date
July 1, 2025
End date
June 30, 2026
Application Deadline
October 1, 2024
Does the practice offer externships?
Yes, please email the practice contact for details
Is an in person visit or externship with the practice required to be considered for an internship?
No, but recommended
Contact Information
Lexington
[USA] Kentucky
Fayette
40511
101 Venture Ct Suite 3B
Practice Mailing Address
101 Venture Ct Suite 3B - Lexington - Fayette - [USA] Kentucky - 40511
Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
50-75%
Patient rounds held daily with senior clinicians
No
Teaching rounds held
Yes
Frequency of teaching rounds
Bi-monthly
Weekly journal clubs held
Yes
M&M or other specialized rounds held
No
Intern has opportunity to attend a professional CE meeting
Yes
Intern has opportunity to complete a study or publication
Yes
Intern has access to current medical textbooks
No
Intern has access to online journals
Yes
In the past 5 years, how many studies/cases have been published by interns as the primary author from work pursued primarily during their intern year?
Equipment the intern has exposure to within the practice
- Endoscopy
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound linear probe
- Ultrasound macroconvex probe
- Ultrasound endorectal probe
- Shockwave
- Power dentistry
Any additional information the practice would like to share on their internship program:
Intern has the opportunity to participate in local CE, including Large Animal Emergency Rescue training. This area also offers numerous local laboratories and many specialist we collaborate with on cases.
Caseload
Total number annual cases
5001
Total number ambulatory cases
5000
Total number in-house cases
Avg number of after hour emergencies per week in the busiest time of year
5-10
Avg number of after hour emergencies per week in the least busy time of year
Less than 5
Significant seasonality to the caseload
Yes
Seasonality description
General health care throughout the year, with a significant rise in reproduction and neonatal care February thru May. Additional influx in cases during the thoroughbred sale season, September thru November.
Species other than equids
No
Number of specialty certified clinicians
Number of clinicians in direct support of program
13
Diplomats of the following specialties (including their European Equivalents)
ACVIM – American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine - 1
Other personnel of note (outside specialists, farriers, dentists, etc)
Practitioners have specialized experience relevant to their daily practice, including racetrack, dentistry, reproduction, and neonatology.
Technician present on ambulatory calls
Yes
Overnight technical staff (if hospital present)
N/A
Other details about technician support of intern doctors
Ambulatory technicians are shared amongst the practitioners as needed.
Compensation
Annual Salary
$46-50k
Additional opportunity for emergency compensation
Yes
Based on a percentage of the emergency.
Opportunities for additional income (production bonuses, working horse shows, etc).
Yes
Percentage of breeding shed work.
Benefits
Benefits offered
Yes
Value of total annual compensation
$65,000
Housing offered
No
Housing Type
Other
Housing Amount
$
Paid time off (PTO) offered
Yes
# of PTO days
10
PTO stipulations
Based upon request
Health insurance offered
Yes for employee
Amount of health insurance premium intern is responsible for
Dental insurance offered
Yes
Life insurance offered
Yes
Short-term disability insurance offered
Yes
Long-term disability insurance offered
Yes
Liability insurance offered
Yes
CE stipend offered
Yes
License/DEA fees reimbursed / stipend offered
Yes
State license required
Yes
USDA license required
Yes
DEA license required
Yes
Association fees reimbursed / stipend offered
Yes
Student loan payments reimbursed / stipend offered
No
401K program offered
No
Clothing / logo wear stipend offered
Yes
Phone or phone stipend offered
Yes
Maternity / paternity leave offered
Yes
Discounted pet care and / or a pet medications policy offered
Yes
Practice vehicle or mileage reimbursement offered
Yes
Other benefits offered
See previous information.
Contract
Non-compete clause required
No
Non-US residents may apply
No
Method internship offers are made
Verbal offer followed with an Intern Contract
Earliest date of internship offer made in the last 3 years
1 year prior
Latest date of internship offer made in the last 3 years
1 month prior to start date
Average time provided to internship candidates to consider an offer
5 days
Outcomes Assessment
How long has the practice offered internships?
3 classes
Avg number of interns who completed the program per year for the past 5 years
1
Number of interns from this program who applied for a residency in the past 5 years
Number of interns from this program who entered a residency position directly out of the internship in the past 5 years
Number of interns from this program who accepted a second or specialty internship in the past 5 years
Number of interns from this program who accepted a residency position in the past 5 years
Number of interns retained by the practice as associates in the past 5 years
2
Of the interns that started the program in the past 5 years, how many are still in equine practice (and/or in an advanced training program targeted at specialty equine practice)?
70-99%
Number of former interns currently employed by the practice
1
Are current or former interns from the practice available for reference?
No
Additional information about the internship program
The internship program was recently restructured to provide greater mentorship and guidance. The new structure has been well received.
