Veterinarian/Senior Veterinarian - Centre for Animal Rehabilitation (Contract)

  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
[What the role is] The Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS), a cluster of NParks, safeguards the health and welfare of animals through comprehensive and integrated programmes and works closely with partners in the veterinary and animal-related industries to strengthen capacities and enhance competencies in animal health and welfare. It is the main touch-point on animal and veterinary matters in Singapore and the first responder for all animal-related feedback. It also conducts public education and engagement programmes to foster a humane and gracious society for all, where pet owners, communities, and animals co-exist in greater harmony within our City in Nature.[What you will be working on]The Centre for Animal Rehabilitation (CAR) under the Professional and Scientific Services Division receives lost pets, stray, and community animals. We strive to provide the best care for the animals in our shelter as we work towards reuniting them with their owner, rehabilitate and rehome those which are unclaimed. As a Senior Veterinarian in the Animal Shelter and Veterinary Section (ASV), you will be responsible for the veterinary care and management of animals at the Centre, as well as supervising a team of veterinary professionals, paraprofessionals and technicians.
  • Veterinary care and management of animals that fall under the care of CAR, including physical examination, triage, diagnostics, treatment, medication, veterinary and surgical procedures, and sampling for biosurveillance.
  • Supervise and guide the team running the operations at the animal shelter and shelter clinic, including biosecurity, veterinary and clinical records, process review, procurement, and management of inventory and contract services, workplace health and safety, compliance with ISO and SOPs.
  • Provide veterinary support for ongoing AVS programmes including surgical sterilisation of community dogs and cats, rehabilitation and rehoming of animals, disease outbreak investigation, inspection, and biosurveillance.
  • Supervise and work with a team of shelter managers, veterinary technicians, interns, volunteers, and contracted service providers.
  • Engage stakeholders such as Animal Welfare Groups, rehomers, and the community.
  • Assist with other programmes and activities as required.
[What we are looking for]
  • Area of study in Veterinary Science/Veterinary Medicine or related areas.
  • At least 5 years working experience in veterinary clinics or animal shelters is required.
  • Competent in handling and treatment of common companion animal species, including but not limited to dogs, cats, small mammals, red-eared sliders, and birds.
  • Positive, independent, self-motivated, meticulous, and enthusiastic.
  • Able to work effectively with others in a team environment.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Competent in Microsoft Office Applications.
Office location: Animal Management Centre, 57 Sungei Tengah Road, Singapore 699013Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered an 11-month employment contract on a full or part time basis.

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