Senior Veterinarian, Vet Healthcare and Scientific Programmes

in Central Water Catchment, S00, SG. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

• Manage the veterinary healthcare of all the animals in the collection across different taxonomic groups. Lead safe and effective physical, chemical and behavioural restraint on patients. Diagnose medical conditions using a wide range of diagnostic modalities available, including clinical pathology (haematology, biochemistry, endocrinology, immunology), diagnostic imaging (radiography, ultrasonography, computed tomography), microbiology, cytology and more. Perform soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries, including invasive and non-invasive endoscopic procedures. Practice evidence-based medicine that is resource-appropriate. Lead animal emergency and critical care scenarios, including the formulation of practical and effective intensive care for patients.
• Supervise clinical activities of the hospitals to ensure the highest standards of healthcare are achieved. Mentor residents and supervise veterinarians. Maintain accreditation and credentialling of veterinary training programmes. Organise preventive healthcare and disease surveillance programmes. Develop long-term collection health strategies aligned with organisational objectives. Develop and maintain clinical policies, standards and protocols. Lead clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews and quality improvement programmes. Conduct regular reviews of veterinary procedures and outcomes to improve clinical performance. Ensure compliance to statutory, ethical, biosafety and animal welfare requirements. Govern hospital financial management and resources are allocated strategically and sustainably. Supervise hospital risk management processes including business continuity, occupational safety and clinical risk frameworks. Promote and support scientific research, publication and external professional engagement. Represent the organisation in professional, academic and regulatory forums.

• Internationally recognised degree in Veterinary Medicine.
• Singapore Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) licensed veterinarian, or eligible for license application.
• Five years in general zoo/wildlife practice.
• ACZM/ECZM board certified specialist in zoological medicine or board-eligible.
• Proficiencies in the management, technical and scientific aspects of zoo animals and wildlife medicine.
• Class 3 driving license.
• Hospital management experience beneficial.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a veterinary team and with non-clinical departments in a zoological institute.
• Works well with management to deliver resource-appropriate clinical outcomes and preventive healthcare plans.
• Able to work in a multi-cultural and diverse environment.
• Excellent verbal and written English.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and after-hours assignments.