Veterinary Hospital Manager - Loxahatchee, United States - Lion Country Safari, Inc.

Lion Country Safari, Inc.
Lion Country Safari, Inc.
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Loxahatchee, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Lion Country Safari Mission Statement_:

Be a leader in animal care, conservation, and education to inspire people through connections with wildlife in a fun, family-friendly environment.


General Job Description
Under Veterinary supervision and reporting to the Senior Veterinarian, the Hospital Manager's duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Managing the day-to-day operations of the hospital and assisting the veterinarian in providing health care to the animal collection as needed. Managing the hospital includes, but is not limited to purchasing, inventory, organizing, and maintaining equipment.
  • Supervising the veterinary technicians and organizing the work schedule
  • Maintaining accurate records and knowledge of ZIMS
  • Performing of inhouse laboratory procedures (i.e., fecals, urinalysis, etc.) as needed
  • Caring for and observing animals housed in the Wildlife Hospital as needed.
  • Maintaining/Cleaning veterinary hospital and all equipment.
  • Additional duties include assisting in immobilization, surgical and necropsy procedures, care of hospitalized patients, lab work, preparing medications.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Two years' experience in a companion, emergency or specialty veterinary hospital (preference to those in a zoo, wildlife or exotic hospital)
  • Two years' experience managing a veterinary hospital or similar
  • Valid driver's license, and Florida driver's license required within 6 months

Special Qualifications


Lion Country Safari is located in South Florida and the majority of procedures are performed in the field, which requires the Hospital Manager to load/unload vehicles with equipment as needed.


  • Willingness to work overtime and be available for emergency work
  • Must be able to work weekends and holidays (facility is open 7 days a week 365 days a year)
  • Willingness to work outdoors in the elements (heat, rain, etc)
  • Ability to physically lift heavy objects alone, up to 70lbs
  • Understands the risks inherent to working with wildlife and zoo animals
  • Able to work well as part of team and individually with mínimal supervision.

Benefits

  • Insurance coverage (medical, dental, and life)
  • 401(k)
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Performance based increase and review after first 90 days

Employee Perks

  • 40% off lunch at the restaurant
  • 30% off all retail shops
  • Free tickets to Lion Country Safari
  • Free tickets to attractions through Florida and discounts for family members
  • Free uniforms
DFWO/EOE
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