Wildlife Rescue Veterinarian

4 days ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates The National Aquarium Career Portal Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Position Summary

This position serves as the primary veterinarian for The National Aquarium, overseeing all aspects of animal health across the entire living collection of aquatic and terrestrial animals. Responsibilities include preventive care, diagnostics, treatment, and the development of best-practice animal health protocols. The role also includes active participation in the wildlife rescue program, particularly marine wildlife strandings, stabilization, and medical care.

The job holder will be responsible for the daily veterinarian duties for all animals within the National Aquarium. Ensure that the highest standards of animal care are maintained across all exhibits.

Key Responsibilities

Veterinary Care & Animal Health
  • Carries out the primary responsibilities of medical care for all species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates housed at The National Aquarium. 
  • Oversees diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans for the entire collection. 
  • Research establishes and maintains humane and professional veterinary standards. 
  • Works closely with the regional veterinarian for case reviews and periodic visits. 
  • Conducts clinical and diagnostic investigations, including laboratory testing and interpretation. 
  • Performs and oversees cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical tools, diagnostic equipment, and medical spaces. 
  • Dispenses and administers medications, treatments, and vaccinations.
Wildlife Rescue & Off-Site Response
  • Serves as a core member of the Wildlife Rescue Team. 
  • Responds to off-site wildlife emergencies, emphasizing in sea turtles as majority case.
  • Provides onsite and off‑site medical stabilization, examinations, and ongoing treatment of rescued wildlife. 
  • Works confidently and independently in off-site, unsupervised rescue scenarios.
  • Overseas operations at the Louvre Abu Dhabi sea turtle rehabilitation centre.
Training, Leadership & Collaboration
  • Orients, mentors, and trains staff in clinical diagnostics, treatments, and laboratory procedures. 
  • Supervises, evaluates, and develops animal health staff. 
  • Maintains excellent cross-functional team communication with animal care, life support, rescue, and operations teams. 
  • Manages inventory for medical and laboratory supplies. 
Other Duties
  • Maintains personal and professional development. 
  • Ensures strict confidentiality of medical information. 
  • Performs additional duties as required for the safe and effective operation of the Animal Health Department.

Position Requirements:

  • Veterinarian license, ideally at a degree level with aquarium background.
  • 3 years of experience working within an aquarium or similar facility.
  • SCUBA certification from a recognized training agency.
  • English, Arabic is desirable.
  • Advanced computer skills are desirable.
  • Driver's license is an advantage.
  • Must feel comfortable working in closed spaces or when surrounded by wild animals.
  • Must be able to lift 20Kg.

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