Associate Zoo Veterinarian — Collaborative, Conservation‑Focused

City of Norfolk, VA; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Employer-paid pension plan

Tuition assistance

Parking

Credit union membership

Life insurance

Job summary

The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Associate Zoo Veterinarian to join a growing animal health team. You will provide medical and surgical care across a diverse collection, collaborate with curators and keepers, and contribute to conservation and research efforts.

The role requires AVMA-accredited education, Virginia license eligibility, and zoo intern experience, with ACCZM/ECZM desirable. On-site work with rotating after-hours duties is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an AVMA accredited veterinary school with a degree in veterinary medicine (DMV) or equivalent.
• Requires adequate zoo experience to ensure a level of professional skill vital to the provision of veterinary medicine.
• ACZM or ECZM board eligibility or certification highly desirable.
• USDA Category II Accreditation for Virginia required within 3 months of hire.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Virginia driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventative and emergency veterinary care for a wide variety of taxa.
• Perform surgical and anesthetic procedures, including in guest-viewing areas.
• Maintain USDA Category II Accreditation and support acquisitions/dispositions.
• Ensure accurate and timely recordkeeping in ZIMS.
• Mentor visiting students, technicians, and interns.
• Respond to animal emergencies and participate in after-hours on-call duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

DVM or equivalent from AVMA-accredited school

Virginia license/eligibility

Zoo internship experience

ACZM/ECZM board eligibility desirable

Job description

The Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, VA is seeking an Associate Zoo Veterinarian to join a growing animal health team. You will provide medical and surgical care across a diverse collection, collaborate with curators and keepers, and contribute to conservation and research efforts.

The role requires AVMA-accredited education, Virginia license eligibility, and zoo intern experience, with ACCZM/ECZM desirable. On-site work with rotating after-hours duties is expected.