Zoo Veterinary Intern

Non-Union,One (1) Year Term

CAD $50,000per annum

Hours of work may vary and may include weekends, evenings or holidays. Typical shifts are Monday to Friday,8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Creating the future vision for one of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada’s most prized treasures, Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) is the not-for-profit organization that oversees Assiniboine Park’s operations and ensures its ongoing redevelopment and financial viability. Our team is inspired to create and deliver extraordinary experiences for the people who visit and use the Park andZoo including building friendly, supportive, effective relationships with stakeholders, community and the general public.

We want to be a place where people share the wonders of nature in a way that inspires them to conserve itfor the future.

We are seeking a full-time Veterinary Intern, for a one-year term position from July1, 2027 to June 30, 2028. Reporting to the Director of Animal Health and Nutrition, the Veterinary Intern will be a key member of the Animal Health Management Team.

The Veterinary Intern position provides graduate veterinarians with exposure to the practice of veterinary medicine within a zoological facility. The Veterinary Intern participates in planning and implementing preventative and emergency health care for animals maintained in the care of the Assiniboine Park Conservancy.

• Plan, coordinate and/or participate in the physical and chemical restraint of animals for examination and treatment.
• Create diagnostic and treatment plans for veterinary patients.
• Perform diagnostic, medical or surgical treatments on animals.
• Conduct regularly scheduled immunization and preventive health care programs to maintain health of animals.
• Monitor all zoonotic diseases and their impact on the collection and staff.
• Participate in zoonotic disease training opportunities for Animal Care and Veterinary staff.
• Under direction of the Associate Veterinarian and Director, Animal Health and Nutrition, participate in establishing quarantine requirements to protect the animal collection from disease.
• Perform required testing and examination of quarantined animals.
• Assist with the supervision and training of pre-veterinary, veterinary and animal health technology students.
• Learn about and assist with positive reinforcement training in medical procedures.
• Support research by collecting samples,gathering and submitting data.
• Regularly review clinical cases with the supervising Associate Veterinarians and Director, Animal Health and Nutrition, and research diagnostic and treatment options where appropriate.
• Participate in literature review discussions and journal clubs along with the Associate Veterinarians,Director, Animal Health and Nutrition and possibly wildlife rehabilitation veterinary intern.
• Maintain awareness of common wildlife health problems in Manitoba.
• Assist with the triage of wildlife cases prior to their departure to local wildlife rehabilitation centre.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

• Must hold a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from a recognized educational institute (in good standing)
• A minimum one (1) year of post-DVMgraduate clinical experience
• Experience involving work with zoo(s) orexotic animals is preferred
• Eligibility for licensing as aveterinarian in the Province of Manitoba
• A valid Manitoba Driver's license or the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role. (Out of province applicants may warrant an exception).

• An inclusive work environment
• Zoo membership
• Free parking
• Park discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Vacation credits
• Eligibility for Group Benefits Plan

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