Position Title: Veterinarian

Classification: Veterinary Medicine (General Practice/Critical Care)

Posting Rage: $140,000-$190,000 (DOE)–Exempt

Benefits: Health, Dental, & Vision (Benefits offered after 60 days)

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: Keenesburg, Co.

Date Open: Until Filled

Company Overview:

Our Non-Profit Organization has a positive mission and team environment!

If you have you have a strong work ethic, a passion to contribute to a great cause, and experience with General Practice Veterinary Medicine and Critical Care, then apply for our Veterinarian position today. 

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is a place where motivated individuals can immerse themselves into a dedicated community, working side by side to provide a safe-haven for rescued exotic animals to live out the rest of their lives with dignity and respect. We are so much more than a workplace. We are a team committed to service, to bettering our communities, and the world.

Job Summary:

Field Work/Regular Veterinary Care 30% - Records 30% - Critical Care & Emergency responsiveness 20%

Perform other duties as assigned/needed 15% -Travel 5%

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is seeking an experienced Licensed Veterinarian to oversee and run our clinics.

Interested candidates should have a strong work ethic and work history in Vet medicine, while having a solid background in Critical Care and Shelter based veterinary medicine. Duties include but are not limited to: Record keeping, medication distribution, physical examinations, blood draw, sample sending/receiving, x-rays, interpreting laboratory results and surgical procedures.

The Wild Animal Sanctuary operates two facilities within Colorado, and one in Texas. All three facilities have fully operational veterinary clinics on site, with both Colorado facilities being the primary responsibility of this position. Remote (virtual) monitoring of the Texas operation is required, yet, doing so only requires 1 to 3 hours per month.

Travel to the Sanctuary’s second location in southeast Colorado, as well as on certain rescue missions, is required. However, travel time is limited to an average of 4 days a month. This position does involve in-the-field physical work, so candidates need to be able to work in varying outdoor conditions and perform physical duties that require dexterity, agility and endurance.

Other Needs/Job Scope:

• Veterinarian work in all aspects of preparation and field work for the rescue, immobilization, anesthesia, handling and sample collection of captive exotics/wildlife.
• Procure, prescribe, track, inventory and dispense capture supplies including controlled substances, drugs, and veterinary supplies. Train and provide oversight with the Veterinarian Technician and Animal Care Medical Associates.
• Maintain medical records, databases, and reports pertaining to chemical capture such as controlled substances/drug dosages, administration, morbidity or mortality.
• Direct or assist projects requiring veterinary medical skills involving exotics/wildlife such as physical and visual exams, necropsy, surgery, surgical implants, and use of anesthetics, treatment, tranquilization, immobilization, physical capture, disease diagnosis, and tissue biopsy.
• Training and education of none medical animal care staff of related husbandry and veterinary care.

Minimum Job qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in veterinary medicine from an AVMA-accredited school of veterinary medicine & Licensed Affiliated with AAVSB (American Association of Veterinary State Boards)
• Medical and Surgical experience
• 3-7 years of work experience in related field
• Possess valid DEA license and federal accreditation.
• Possess/be able to obtain veterinary licensure for the state of Colorado.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evening hours, in all weather extremes.
• Must be able to be on call/available for consultation on a permanent basis.

Preferred experience:

• Previous RVT training
• Comprehensive knowledge of established principles/practices of exotic animal medicine, including safety, restraint, dangerous drug administration, recordkeeping and observation skills.
• Thorough knowledge of, as well as ability to perform and use veterinary medical procedures, terminology, pharmacology and related equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the natural history, environmental and psychological needs of exotic animals.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Captive Wildlife Crisis.
• Knowledge of importation of exotic species internationally.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations and guidelines relating to the application of veterinary medicine in sanctuaries, zoological parks and related programs.
• Experience with coordinating and implementing daily and preventive medical programs.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and general database entry for medical records.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Enthusiasm for teaching (and learning from) other veterinarians and team members.

Personal Characteristics:

• Self-motivated, productive, and results-oriented
• Keeping an organized and tidy workspace
• Flexible, ability to adapt to change and shifting priorities and to work simultaneously on a variety of complex projects
• Teamwork orientated with ability to work independently
• Patient, a good listener, and a heart for animals
• Desire to learn, grow, and be coached
• Contribute to a positive culture

As you can see, we are looking a candidate who possess strong foundational skills with an attitude to succeed. The Wild Animal Sanctuary is the largest carnivore sanctuary in the world, with more than 600 Lions, Tiger, Bears, Wolves and other exotic animals currently in its care. If you are looking for a challenging and a rewarding service opportunity with real purpose, you have found the right opportunity! 

Clear Focus:

The above Job Description is intended to describe the general duties/nature of the level of work being performed by the Veterinarian. This Job Description is not to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required. Job Descriptions are somewhat fluid and will change depending on the Organization’s strategic direction and overall objectives accordingly.

Decisions for applicants are weighted heavily by 70% of qualifying factors, they are based on the evaluation of core values such as but not limited to; Solid work ethic, following direction, solid judgement, dedication, positivity, flexible, and being able to balance working independently/teamwork effort.

EEOC Statement:

Our Non-Profit organization, "The Wild Animal Sanctuary" is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-gender identity, national origin, and/or veteran or disability status.