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Institution Dallas Zoo and Children's Aquarium at Fair Park Address City Dallas State/Province Texas Country United States Zip Code 75203 Primary Contact Dianna Lydick, BS, LVT, VTS (Zoo) Position (of Contact) Hospital Manager Phone Email Address Fax Clinical Experience (to be gained during program) The Dallas Zoo is the largest Zoological Park in Texas, located just three (3) miles from downtown Dallas. The zoo consists of approximately 450 species with extensive ungulate, avian and reptilian collections. Students will be introduced to all aspects of Zoological medicine including: husbandry, restraint/immobilization, basic medical procedure techniques; preventative medicine that includes quarantine, post-mortem examinations, and electronic recordkeeping. Students will work with hospital staff composed of three (3) veterinarians (with 1 Dipl. ACZM) five (5) veterinary technicians and three (3) hospital keepers as well as husbandry staff throughout the zoo. International students are welcome. Research Completion of a project that is presented to staff is required Allied Institution Children's Aquarium at Fair Park Responsibilities Students should expect to work 5-7 days per week, for 8-10 hours per day. Students are required to participate in all aspects of zoo medicine at the Dallas Zoo, including reviewing medical records, assisting with case management, post-mortem examinations, preventative medicine, treatments of hospitalized/quarantined animals, record entry, and laboratory results interpretation. Duration Minimum of four (4) weeks, maximum of eight (8) weeks Application Requests Letter of intent, Curriculum Vitae, three Reference contacts If applications are not taken continuously, at what date will this position next be available? Applications taken continuously Application Deadline Ongoing, Application 12 months prior to desired time period is recommended Class Standing Final year of veterinary program; previous completion of medicine, surgery, and pathology rotations is preferred Compensation None Housing None provided, however there are possibilities of rental through Dallas Zoo staff, but not guaranteed Transportation None available, although the Zoo is conveniently located on the DART light rail line Insurance Students are responsible for their own Expenses Lodging, food, travel – all at student’s expense TB Tests/Vaccinations Tb test required within 60 days of start. Tetanus and rabies vaccinations must be current. Hepatitis B vaccine recommended Does program accept International applicants? Yes Misc. Information For International Applicants you must have a reasonable proficiency with written and spoken English both conversationally as well as with veterinary medical terminology. International students are responsible for acquiring the appropriate Visa. Last Date Edited 10/2017
Institution Name: El Paso Zoo (NOT TAKING EXTERNS AT THIS TIME)
Institution Fossil Rim Wildlife Center Address 2155 County Road 2008 City Glen Rose State/Province Texas Country United States Zip Code 76043 Primary Contact Julie Swenson, DVM, DACZM Position (of Contact) Associate Veterinarian Phone Email Address Fax Clinical Experience (to be gained during program) Fossil Rim’s veterinary preceptorship is designed to provide experience in nondomestic animal medicine with a focus on the application of veterinary medical principles to semi-free ranging species and conservation medicine. Students will participate as part of the veterinary team, which oversees the veterinary care and management of 1,000+ specimens of over 40 species held at a 1,700 acre facility, including semi free-ranging hoofstock, carnivores, and birds. A small education collection including several invertebrate and reptile species is also present. Research Students are exposed to ongoing research in the areas of reproductive sciences, nutrition, and health through Fossil Rim and via collaboration with other institutions. Individual research projects for students are possible, and submission of a topic for presentation at an AAZV conference is encouraged. However, these may be difficult due to student time constraints and as such, if desired, should be discussed early on in the rotation to confirm appropriate time exists for the scope of the project. Allied Institution N/A Responsibilities Students will be responsible for assisting with case management, pathology, preventative medicine, rounds discussions, record keeping and special projects if time permits. Students will also be encouraged to research a topic for a short presentation to the animal care staff. Duration 6 to 8 week commitments are considered ideal Application Requests Letter of intent, CV, a list of three references for contact, and a prioritized list of three 6 to 8 week blocks of time which would be feasible for you. Please submit these via the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center Website at http://fossilrim.org/career. If applications are not taken continuously, at what date will this position next be available? Taken continuously Application Deadline Revolving admission. Openings are typically filled approximately 9 months to one year in advance. Class Standing Clinical year preferred Compensation A stipend may be available depending on funding. Please see the website for more information. Housing Group intern/preceptee housing is provided on-site. Transportation On-site transportation is provided. A personal vehicle is useful for use off grounds, but is not required. Insurance Insurance for work-related injuries provided by Fossil Rim Expenses Primary expenses involve travel to and from Fossil Rim and living expenses while here (i.e.: food, entertainment, etc.). TB Tests/Vaccinations Proof of negative TB test (must be within one year of the start date of the preceptorship), a recent negative drug test, and up-to-date rabies vaccination is required prior to entry into this program. Does program accept International applicants? Yes Misc. Information Fossil Rim Wildlife Center offers a unique experience to work with captive wildlife in a naturalistic environment. The majority of the hoofstock housed in the collection are housed in semi-free ranging conditions over the 1700 acres of the park, allowing for herd management and field immobilizations to be common principles here at Fossil Rim. This allows veterinary students to participate in slightly different aspects of zoological medicine than are found in traditional zoo externships. In addition, the facility focuses on propagation and care of several endangered species including Black Rhino, Cheetah, and Attwater’s prairie chickens, as well as many others. Please see our website for additional information on our institution (www.fossilrim.org) and to apply for this position (http://fossilrim.org/career. Last Date Edited 12/2016
Institution Houston Zoo
Address 1513 Cambridge St.
City Houston
State/Province TX
Country United States of America
Zip Code 77030
Primary Contact Lindsey Olufsen
Position (of Contact) Assistant, Hospital Administrative
Phone 713-533-6626
Email Address LOlufsen@houstonzoo.org
Fax 713-533-6764
Clinical Experience (to be gained during program) To acquaint senior veterinary students and visiting veterinarians with the practice of zoo and wildlife medicine including treatment and handling of non-domestic species, diseases, diagnostic procedures and philosophies.
Research Minimal
Allied Institution N/a
Responsibilities Course objectives: 1. To be acquainted and involved in the clinical evaluation of cases (from diagnostic workup to treatment). 2. To perform laboratory procedures involving hematology and parasitology and to evaluate results (cbc, chemistries, parasite identification, etc). 3. To understand therapeutics, drug choices, treatment regimes and dosages. 4. To understand and use various diagnostic tools e.g. ultrasonography, radiology, laparoscopy. 5. To familiarize with sampling methods and sample handling: e.g. blood collection, cytology, urine collection. 6. To familiarize with capture and restraint equipment. 7. To practice necropsies including collection of diagnostic samples. 8. To create a presentation on a topic related to zoo medicine.
Duration 4-8 weeks preferred
Application Requests Please submit a letter of intention, resume/curriculum vitae, unofficial transcript, and 2-3 letters of reference (zoo/exotic practitioners preferred) to: Lindsey Olufsen, Houston Zoo Veterinary Services Dept., 1513 Cambridge St., Houston, TX 77030. Phone: 713-533-6626. Fax: 713-533-6764. Email: lolufsen@houstonzoo.org
If applications are not taken continuously, at what date will this position next be available? Taken continuously
Application Deadline October 31st of each year
Class Standing
Compensation None
Housing None
Transportation None
Insurance None
Expenses None
TB Tests/Vaccinations 1. Current tetanus- within the last 10 years 2. Rabies vaccination- within the last 2 years or titer check 3. Confirmation of a negative TB test (or proof of negative chest radiographs)- from within the past year and valid through the end of the externship
Does program accept International applicants? Yes
Misc. Information Background information will be checked with your application. Our dress code allows earrings but no other facial jewelry (ex: nose ring, eyebrow ring). These may be removed or covered with bandage material. For international applicants, a phone conversation to assess English proficiency will be done with foreign students who do not speak English as their first language. (This is to assure that you will be able to complete the externship without language barriers preventing learning and enjoyment of the experience.)
Last Date Edited 4/2018
Institution Texas State Aquarium
Address 2710 North Shoreline
City Corpus Christi
State/Province Texas
Country United States
Zip Code 78402
Primary Contact Ann Vlach
Position (of Contact) Volunteer Coordinator
Phone
Email Address
Fax
Clinical Experience (to be gained during program) Experience will include animal handling, diagnostic procedures and sampling, processing lab samples, and medicating patients. Opportunity for hands-on involvement will vary according to prior experience as well as demonstrated knowledge and skills. Patients will be both collection animals and sick/injured/orphaned wildlife brought into our rehab facility.
Research n/a
Allied Institution n/a
Responsibilities Specific duties would be to assist the veterinarian in all aspects of animal care, medicine, and surgery. This will include animal handling, diagnostic procedures and sampling, processing lab samples, and medicating patients
Duration Hours per week: 40 hours/week Number of weeks: varies, typically 3 to 8 weeks to be determined by Vet and applying extern
Application Requests
If applications are not taken continuously, at what date will this position next be available?
Application Deadline Applications are taken continuously
Class Standing Final year student enrolled in accredited College of Veterinary Medicine
Compensation Not provided
Housing Not provided
Transportation Not provided
Insurance Provided
Expenses n/a
TB Tests/Vaccinations Hepatitis B vaccine/waiver required
Does program accept International applicants? Yes
Misc. Information
Last Date Edited 7/2016
Institution San Antonio Zoo
Address 3903 North St. Mary's Street
City San Antonio
State/Province Texas
Country United States
Zip Code 78212
Primary Contact Dr. Debbie Myers
Position (of Contact) Assistant Director of Veterinary Care
Phone 210-734-7184 ext 1321
Email Address debbie.myers@sazoo.org
Fax (210) 734-5303
Clinical Experience (to be gained during program) Students will work with the veterinary team and assist in all aspects of veterinary care for the zoological collection that has 3,500 animals representing 750 species of mammals, birds, reptiles and aquatic species many of which are threatened or endangered. Students will gain hands on experience in preventative medicine, clinical case management, nutrition, research, necropsy, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, surgery, emergency medicine, laboratory diagnostics, exotic animal husbandry and medical record keeping. Students will also attend daily rounds, weekly case rounds and team meetings with our husbandry staff. The hospital is comprised of 3 veterinarians as well as 3 veterinary technicians, 2 hospital keepers, and a hospital manager.
Research Students are required to put together a presentation on a topic of interest or pertinent ongoing clinical case, prior to completion of the rotation. Small research projects may be conducted on a case by case basis.
Allied Institution
Responsibilities Students should expect to work a 5 days week (Monday-Friday) with optional weekend experience. Our work hours are 7am - 4pm although there can be after hours cases. Students will work with the clinical veterinarians and assist in all aspects of veterinary care while gaining hands on experience in zoological medicine.
Duration 3 weeks minimum. 4-6 weeks preferred.
Application Requests Please submit a resume or CV, along with a cover letter and two professional references. Include with your application, 2-3 available time slots. Once accepted, we will have you fill out an online application.
If applications are not taken continuously, at what date will this position next be available? Continuous. Applicants are considered on a first come, first serve basis.
Application Deadline Open
Class Standing 4th year veterinary students but will consider a 3rd year veterinary student if they are in their clinical year.
Compensation None
Housing None provided, however there are possibilities of rental through San Antonio Zoo staff (availability not guaranteed).
Transportation Must have your own transportation
Insurance Must provide proof of medical insurance
Expenses None covered
TB Tests/Vaccinations Students must have a recent TB test and rabies vaccine or titer (within 1 year). The students must agree to allow San Antonio Zoo to perform a criminal background check before starting.
Does program accept International applicants? Yes
Misc. Information The San Antonio Zoo is an AZA accredited institution with American Humane certification that sits on about 56 acres and is home to many carnivores, ungulates, primates, venomous reptiles, endangered birds and an aquarium. The zoo is open 365 days a year, and attracts over 1 million visitors annually. It is located just minutes away from many popular tourist destinations including the San Antonio River walk, Alamo National Park, as well as many museums and theme parks. The weather is San Antonio is great all year round with very mild winters that allows for veterinary medicine to be busy in all seasons. We have staff members who are fluent in French, Spanish and Greek; however, all students are expected to speak and be proficient in English.
Last Date Edited 10/2017
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