Veterinarian Intern/Extern

Hattiesburg Convention Commission•Hattiesburg, MS

1d•$10 - $10•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the veterinary internship is to introduce pre-vet, veterinary technician students, and veterinary students to the specialty of zoo veterinary medicine. The intern will assist the veterinarian and technician daily with procedures, treatments, hospital maintenance, etc. The Hattiesburg Zoo is home to 100+ species of animals. The hospital team consists of a full-time veterinarian and certified veterinary technician.

Requirements

Students should be enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program or an active student in veterinary school with a long-term interest in zoo/wildlife medicine. Experience with exotic species is preferred but not required. Consideration will also be given to undergraduates with a pre-veterinary concentration depending on experience level.
Students should be willing to learn, eager to create and complete projects and have a respect for wild animals. Students should also work well with others. It is preferred that the student have some previous animal experience.
Applicants must be available to work at least 24 hrs/week (40 hrs/week preferred) and must be able to work a flexible schedule.
Candidates must be able to lift 50lbs., climb in and out of truck beds, remain bending/standing/stooping for long periods of time, and work in adverse weather conditions.
A negative tuberculin test within the past year is required. Current rabies and tetanus vaccinations are recommended.

Nice To Haves

Experience with exotic species is preferred but not required.
It is preferred that the student have some previous animal experience.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinary staff with routine procedures (immobilizations, physical exams, treatments, etc.as well as emergency procedures.
Assist veterinary technician with lab work (parasitology, urinalysis, in-house blood work, preparing samples for outside laboratories).
Assist with hospital maintenance (equipment cleaning, sterilization, inventory, etc.)
Care for animals (cleaning and feeding) in hospital holding/quarantine when needed.
Enter data into ZIMS program and scan/file records.
Dispense medications under supervision of the veterinary technician or veterinarian.
Assist with necropsies.
Assist with animal diet preparation when needed.
Complete and present a case study or project for veterinary, keeper, nutrition, and/or education staff that reflects something you have learned during the internship.
Responsibilities will be dependent on the applicant’s experience and skills.