Associate Veterinarian $100,000 - $110,000/Year

Six Flags • Vallejo, CA • 2h ago

Overview:

This position will work with the zoological staff to proactively treat and care for Six Flags collection of marine and land mammals, exotic birds, fish, reptiles and sharks. The veterinarian will also help plan, direct and participate in health care program for the animal collection.

Responsibilities:

The veterinarian plays a crucial and multifaceted role , contributing to animal welfare , public education , conservation efforts , and the overall success of the park .

Diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of all animal health concerns in the park

Establishes and conducts effective testing procedures for all incoming animals to ensure health of collection and comply with government regulations

Conducts postmortem studies and analyses

Continued assessment and improvement of preventative health care protocols for all species including nutritional and reproduction assessments

Responsible for instruction of zoological staff in radiation protection as mandated by state Department of Health

Contributes information and knowledge on all phases of animal health during Animal Husbandry Meetings

Conduct regularly scheduled veterinary rounds and preventive care programs to maintain health of animals and guard against communicable diseases

Conduct routine physicals on all animals

Work with zoological staff members on present husbandry procedures, design and implement new protocols that facilitate the treatment and care of all animals

Performs other miscellaneous duties as required

Other Functions: All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole.? While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate.

Qualifications:

A unique combination of technical expertise , communication skills , compassion , and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, guest-facing environment.

Must be able to participate and succeed in a team-oriented environment

Must be flexible with time to see to needs of collection animals

Help coordinate veterinary coverage when not available

Coordinate specialists needed for care of animals

Excellent diagnostic skills and ability to read and interpret clinical laboratory results

Proficiency in utilizing ultrasound, radiography, flexible and rigid endoscope equipment

Proficiency in anesthesia and surgery for a variety of species

Knowledge and experience in transportation and acclimation of large animals preferred

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals

Ability to effectively present information to management, public groups and/or corporate representatives

Must have the ability to easily communicate veterinary needs to a diversified staff

Up-to-date on the use of "environmental enrichment" programs

Ability to obtain state Veterinary licenses within first year of employment and maintain license in good standing

Duties and tasks may involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting

Position is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions

Must be able to swim

V.M. or V.M.D in good standing from an accredited college of Veterinary Medicine; valid driver's license

Minimum of 3 years clinical veterinary experience preferably in a zoological or aquarium setting at least part of time

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.

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