Conservation Medicine Intern

Job Summary Engaged in all aspects of patient care at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS) and Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC). Primary responsibilities include receiving emergent patients, diagnosis & medical and surgical treatment and care for hospitalized or permanent resident animals and keeping of medical records.

Core Responsibilities ▪ Work with staff on weekly rotation between BWS & LMC to receive patients and provide care. ▪ Be prepared for and attend patient and didactic rounds either in-person or virtually. ▪ Necropsy deceased or euthanized patients as indicated. ▪ Provide instruction to vet or vet tech externs & undergraduate interns as appropriate.

▪ Maintain the medical records and drug logs. ▪ Prepare Seminar series based on original research or case series (presenting at medical conferences may also satisfy this requirement). ▪ Work with volunteers to carry out the missions of LMC & BWS. ▪ Keeps current on the local and global conservation landscape, adapting to external challenges and seeking opportunities to bridge gaps between science and people.

▪ Participate in research and help to procure grants as indicated. ▪ Engage with guests as appropriate. ▪ Rotate On-call duties for after-hours emergencies. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience ▪ Candidates must have a DVM or an equivalent degree. ▪ Candidates should have successfully completed the National Board examination

or its equivalent and a State Board examination or its equivalent if from the United States. Candidates must take and pass the Florida state boards at their own expense either prior to or within one month of starting the program. ▪ DEA licensure and USDA accreditation are not required. ▪ Technical proficiency in cloud-based collaboration platforms and tools (Google Suite, Office 365, DropBox, Zoom, etc.)

About Us:

Founded in 1983, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a leading cultural attraction in South Florida and today remains free to the public. The Center has grown to become a global leader in the rehabilitation, research, and protection of sea turtles, serving our broader mission to promote ocean ecosystem conservation and train future generations to do the same. Annually we reach 900,000 learners with our transformative STEM education programs and partner with nearly 200 organizations across six continents and 16 countries in ocean conservation. In late 2021, we opened our new 27,500 square-foot campus expanding our exhibition, education, convening space, and medical facilities and increased our regional economic impact.

Physical Demands + Work Environment The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Successful applicants must be comfortable in a highly dynamic environment in an active and busy office or outdoor setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position may involve working outdoors in Florida, often in hot and humid conditions, and at events that extend into evening and weekend hours.

Notes This is a 1-year position. The successful incumbent may be required to perform tasks beyond the scope of this job description as requested by the supervisor.

Location Juno Beach, Florida Department Rehabilitation Employment Type Full-time Contract