Role OverviewThe Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for resident zoo animals, working closely with animal care leadership and veterinary professionals to improve the health and wellbeing of the collection.
What You Will Do
The Associate Veterinarian will provide preventive, diagnostic, surgical, and emergency veterinary care, develop and adapt preventive medicine programs, and collaborate with local veterinary specialists to provide advanced diagnostics and treatment.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a strong culture of behavioral training and voluntary participation in medical care, with opportunities to contribute veterinary expertise to the Zoo's local and global wildlife conservation efforts.
Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree
- Current veterinary license in the state of Florida
- Experience in zoo or wildlife medicine
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to participate in behavioral training and voluntary participation in medical care
Benefits
- Collaborative work environment
- Support for continuing education and training
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