Senior Veterinarian

17 hours ago


North Sydney Council, Australia Legal Aid NSW Full time
About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a dedicated team of professionals as Senior Veterinarian at Taronga Zoo in Sydney.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement preventative medicine programs for the Taronga Zoo animal population.
  • Lead a team of veterinarians, vet nurses, and administrative staff to provide day-to-day clinical care for sick or injured animals.
  • Oversee veterinary services for Taronga's conservation programs based at the zoo.
  • Manage the Taronga hospital budget and team, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with veterinary standards, animal welfare, and legislative requirements.
  • Develop and implement strategies to optimize staff performance, engagement, and culture.
  • Provide expertise during the design and construction phases of a new Taronga Wildlife Hospital.
  • Undertake clinical cases, research projects, and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary education and training.
Requirements
  • Tertiary qualifications in Veterinary Medicine or equivalent, with full registration with the Veterinary Surgeon's Board of NSW.
  • Board certification preferred.
  • International candidates encouraged to apply, with visa sponsorship considered.
  • Postgraduate qualifications in zoo and wildlife medicine or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skill in all aspects of veterinary management of zoo and wild animals, including preventative medicine programs.
  • Experience in treating and rehabilitating wildlife, veterinary management of free-ranging wildlife, and veterinary research.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including people management, stakeholder relationships, project coordination, and problem-solving.
What We Offer
  • Complimentary family and friends passes to Taronga's zoos in Dubbo and Sydney.
  • Discounted food and beverage purchases across both sites.
  • Fitness Passport.
  • Other benefits.
About Us

Taronga is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We recognize the value of our workforce and community, and we strive to build on the perspectives, experience, knowledge, and skills that this diversity brings to our organization.


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