Director, Veterinary Services 
(13739)

At Atlantis, we exist to bring the extraordinary to every holiday and experience through connection, empowerment, precision, care and warmth. Inspired by the majesty and mystery of the ocean, Atlantis resorts are unique destinations full of life, wonder and surprise, where we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn. 

Atlantis Dubai is an iconic entertainment destination comprised of two world-class resorts; Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis, The Royal; offering an unbeatable opportunity for you to grow and develop in your career. With a sense of exhilaration and discovery, we create unforgettable memories by providing guests the opportunity to discover an extraordinary world filled with thrilling adventures. Whether we are designing a couple’s retreat or serving the extraordinary in one of our award-winning celebrity chef restaurants, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of courage, inspiration and innovation. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

Job Summary

Directs and oversees the work of the Veterinary and laboratory team. The Director works closely with other levels of management throughout the resort to better understand and effectively manage team-based goals and philosophies while maintaining high levels of guest quality and satisfaction. The Director plans, directs, trains and participates in the health care of Atlantis’ marine animals. Establishes and conducts effective quarantine and testing procedures for all incoming animals to ensure the health of the collection, prevent the spread of disease and comply with all local government regulations. Plans and conducts regularly scheduled preventative care programs to maintain the health of the animals and guard against communicable diseases. The Director participates with other personnel in planning and executing nutrition, quarantine, and reproductive programs. This position cooperates with other zoo and aquarium personnel to exchange information concerning the care of animals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees staff development for the Veterinary and Laboratory staff and gives support on staff development from Marine Mammal Operations Department.
• Proficient use of basic computer programs.
• Responsible for active involvement in operational budget for veterinary services.
• Open communication between management and all members of the internal and external departments.
• Collect or directs the collection of various biologic materials and data including tissues, blood, urine, gastric or feces for examination and analysis.
• Advises on the problems in the general care and maintenance of animals in the collections.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the animal records program of all related medical information and supervise appropriate procedures to check the accuracy of the data entered.
• Establish and conduct quarantine and testing procedures that prevent the spread of disease to other animals or to humans, and insure compliance with all applicable governmental regulations.
• Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries.
• Operate auxiliary diagnostic equipment such as radiographic, ultrasound and endoscope equipment and interpret the resulting images.
• Conduct postmortem studies and analysis to determine the cause of an animal’s death.
• Perform various administrative duties such as budget development and cost control, scheduling appointments, record keeping, and staff appraisals. 
• Plans and executes, along with the animal management team, all animal nutrition and reproductive programs.
• Assist in the proper training of animal care techniques and various medical procedures as appropriate.
• Oversees laboratory and water quality analysis for the aquarium and marine mammal facilities.
• Participate in the exchange of information with other zoos and aquariums.
• Ability to conduct applied clinical research.
• Responsible for summarizing the data collected from staff and independent clinical studies into a scientific format for presentation and/or publication in appropriate peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Maintains up-to-date familiarity with veterinary medical information and new drug developments.
• Responsible for pursuing and maintaining all appropriate licenses to practice veterinary medicine within the country and for obtaining and maintaining appropriate credentials for the storage and use of controlled substances. 
• Presents a professional approach to their career and function as a team member, showing consideration, tolerance, cooperation, reliability and the ability to accept criticism.
• Maintains the department standard of excellent physical condition as needed to perform all aspects of the job safely and works towards improvement and efficiency looking in ways of using the resources so as to maximize the service.
• Extended travel and acceptance of irregular hours is a requirement.
• Serves as a spokesperson to guests and various media as required.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Must possess the ability to successfully implement and manage a complete veterinary medical program.
• Perform clinical procedures, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and surgery as required.
• Proficient at reading and understanding water quality analyst.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the biology, husbandry and medicine of exotic (non-domestic) animals in captivity.
• Ability to conduct applied clinical research and to present research findings at conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to teach and explain complex medical procedures to the staff.
• Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited institution
• Must hold and maintain a valid veterinary license
• In Dubai; must be (or become) registered under the provisions of section 5 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act

Join a team that is adventurous, creative, warm-hearted and extroverted. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.