Zoo Jobs: Zoo Veterinary Surgeon

Zoo Veterinary Surgeon

Flamingo Land is seeking a qualified veterinary surgeon to join the zoological department. You will have the opportunity to work with our animal care team to provide the highest standards of animal health, welfare and regulatory compliance. Flamingo Land is home to around 130 species, nearly 2000 animals. We are members of BIAZA, EAZA and WAZA.
This will be the first time Flamingo Land has employed a full-time veterinary surgeon, therefore the successful candidate will be able to shape and guide the development of our on-site veterinary facilities and provision as we continue to grow. This position will suit a person who is able to work collaboratively with both the animal care team and the senior management team to identify areas of improvement and ultimately position us at the forefront of zoo veterinary medicine.

Salary
Up to £40,000 pa working five days per week. A flexible approach to working and a keen work life balance is encouraged.

Key responsibilities

This is a senior position within the zoo team and reports directly to the Zoo Manager
Responsibility for the management and delivery of preventative and curative veterinary care and nutrition at the zoo
Manage the relevant regulatory obligations associated with the role and meet the ethical responsibilities as set out in the RCVS code of professional conduct
Ensure compliance with current veterinary medicine regulations regarding the use and storage of drugs, vaccines and other veterinary products
Contribute to continually improving standards of animal welfare and management, including exhibit design, import and export of animals, quarantine, husbandry training and enrichment programmes
Ensuring detailed clinical and pathological records are maintained
Oversight of the operation and development of the veterinary facilities at the zoo
Liaise with external stakeholders, including external vet practices, specialists, suppliers, etc

Requirements
The successful applicant will require MRCVS status, significant experience, good clinical skills and a proven desire to work in the field of zoo animal medicine. Relevant MSc/Cert/Diploma is preferred. The applicant must be an effective communicator and able to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Flexible schedule
On-site parking

Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
Malton, YO17 6UX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
Veterinary experience: 1 year (required)

Apply by sending a cover letter and your CV to jobs@flamingoland.co.uk

Do you have a zoo or aquarium role to advertise? Do you want to take advantage of our social media following of over 129,700+ engaged zoo and aquarium industry professionals? ZooNews Digest has been reaching people longer than the rest.