Wildlife Veterinarian: Care, Conservation & Impact

American Association of Zoo Veterinarians Co.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

100% paid medical & dental

Life insurance 100K

Short/long-term disability covered

401K with employer match

Vision, accident, etc. optional

Generous PTO and Zoo membership

Job summary

Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our Wildlife Care & Conservation team. You’ll provide comprehensive veterinary care for resident zoo animals, collaborate with care leadership, and contribute to conservation initiatives while embracing our behavioral training approach.

You’ll lead rounds, mentor staff, and help develop preventive medicine programs using population health data, with opportunities to engage in research and guest interactions during

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited School of Veterinary Medicine.
• Florida veterinary license, or ability to obtain within six months.
• Strong communication, leadership, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Experience mentoring staff, volunteers, or interns.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive, diagnostic, surgical, and emergency veterinary care for resident zoo animals.
• Partner with animal care leadership to promote wellbeing and an inclusive work environment.
• Participate in veterinary rounds and stay current with literature and disease trends.
• Develop preventive medicine programs based on population health data.
• Collaborate with local specialists for advanced diagnostics and treatment.
• Support behavioral training to minimize stress during procedures.
• Serve on the Animal Wellbeing Committee focusing on nutrition and welfare.
• Supervise veterinary staff and hospital operations personnel.
• Create training opportunities for students and staff.
• Provide ongoing veterinary education to Zoo staff and volunteers.
• Participate in the Zoo’s animal recapture team and invasive species management.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

DVM degree from an accredited School of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our Wildlife Care & Conservation team. You’ll provide comprehensive veterinary care for resident zoo animals, collaborate with care leadership, and contribute to conservation initiatives while embracing our behavioral training approach.

You’ll lead rounds, mentor staff, and help develop preventive medicine programs using population health data, with opportunities to engage in research and guest interactions during