Veterinary Externship at Lion Country Safari, Inc.- FL

Loxahatchee Groves, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Treatments, Cleaning, Keeper Communications, Hospital Upkeep, Equipment Upkeep, Field Procedure Preparation, Medical Records Assistance, Diagnostic Techniques, Radiology, Necropsy, Immobilization Preparation, Research

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Description Program Information Clinical Experience (to be gained during program): Large, diverse collection affords clinical experience with multiple species in a semi-free-ranging setting on ~350 acres. Student will be involved with non-domestic hoofstock field immobilization preparation/participation/research. Large chimpanzee collection, rhinos, lions, and giraffe also highlight the mammal collection. Psittacines, ratites, tortoises, and other bird and reptile species provide opportunities for additional exotic animal experience. Research: Student is expected to complete a project on a topic of his/her choice. Case-based research is also encouraged. Allied Institutions: Other large zoos are 30min to 2 hours away. Externship is full-time on-site at LCS. Responsibilities: Student is involved in all aspects of this zoological park’s veterinary program. Daily assignments include patient care, treatments/cleaning, keeper communications, hospital and equipment upkeep, field procedure preparation and breakdown, assistance with medical records, diagnostic techniques, radiology, necropsy, etc. Duration: 4- 8 weeks Requirements Application Requests: A completed application form, Curriculum vitae, letter of intent, one letter of reference, the names of 2 people who can be contacted for a reference, 2-3 choices for time slot. An application form can be obtained by contacting the program coordinator listed below. Application Deadline: Students are selected on a first come, first served basis. Class Standing: Fourth year veterinary students preferred, DVM graduates also accepted. Compensation: Paid position. Housing: Arranged by student. Transportation: Arranged by student. Insurance: Workman’s compensation. Must have valid driver’s license. Expenses: None anticipated. TB test/ Vaccinations: Current TB test (within 6 months) and Rabies titer, current tetanus vaccination recommended. Does the program accept international applicants: not at this time. DFWP/EOE.

Responsibilities

The student will be involved in all aspects of the zoological park’s veterinary program, including daily assignments such as patient care, treatments, cleaning, and assisting with medical records and diagnostic techniques. Responsibilities also cover field procedure preparation, hospital upkeep, and participation in non-domestic hoofstock field immobilization.