Full-Time Veterinarian

Rosamond Gifford Zoo Roles and responsibilities of the Zoological Veterinarian: Leads and manages the Rosamond Gifford Zoo’s Animal Health subdivision and associated programs, facilities, staff and budget. Manages the clinical residency and post‑graduate training programs. Participates in the development and implementation of clinical and preventive veterinary programs. As a member of the Animal Management Team, develops and implements Animal Division programs, policies, and procedures. Participates in conservation and research programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Duties – develops and implements preventive health and clinical medicine program; performs medical procedures including surgery, diagnostic and regulatory tests, treatments, and necropsy analysis; ensures compliance with laws; maintains medical records; approves enrichment and browse. Personnel Management – provides leadership and management of the zoo veterinary team; develops duties and schedules for the veterinary staff; ensures compliance with zoo policies and safety procedures; assists with development of zoo staff training programs and staff development. General Zoo Management – as a member of the Animal Management Team, participates in establishing animal department procedures, policies and protocols; communicates related activities to zoo staff; participates in disciplinary decisions, research review, facilities design, and animal population planning and management. Budget Management – develops Animal Health Center budget requests; prioritizes equipment needs, monitors expenditures, and prepares reports; verifies and approves staff credit card expenditures. Manage Post‑graduate Training Programs – oversees clinical post‑graduate training programs, including selection of candidates, program budget coordination, mentoring and training residents and fellows, weekly topic rounds, manuscript review. Hospital Facility and Equipment Management – provides direction to the Veterinary Technicians for the management of the Animal Health Center facilities equipment and supplies; authorizes identified and prioritized requests for facility repair, renovation or replacement; approves equipment care and cleaning procedures, and quality control schedules. Manage controlled drug inventory. Conservation and Research – as time allows, manages or participates in zoological conservation, research or breeding programs; prepares reports and articles for presentations or publication; participates in zoological related conferences, workshops, seminars and professional development activities. Other Duties as Assigned – examples may include, but are not limited to: participation in public tours, zoo special events and education programs. Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or a VMD degree from an AVMA accredited approved college or university required Completion of an approved residency in Zoo Veterinary Medicine required. Five (5) years or more of work experience as a Veterinarian in a zoo or wildlife park required One (1) year or more Supervisory/Management work experience required Valid driver’s license required and must be maintained throughout incumbency. USDA certification for cervid and elephant TB testing required or must be obtained within one year of hire. State of New York Veterinary License required or must be obtained within three (3) months of hire. USDA category II accreditation required or must be obtained within three (3) months of hire. DEA registration for class II–V drugs required or must be obtained within three (3) months of hire. ACZM Board certification required. This position reports to both the Zoo Director and General Curator. How to Apply Resume, including education and relevant experience. Cover letter with statement of personal goals. Two references. Rosamond Gifford Zoo 1 Conservation Place Syracuse, NY 13204 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr