Sector
Healthcare
Keyword

Veterinary Doctor

Animal Doctor

Exotic Animal Doctor

Minimum Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry

Preferably minimum 6 months of internship required

The tasks a Zoo Veterinarian is expected to perform include:

Planning, directing and participating in healthcare programme of veterinary clinic in zoo

Establishing and conducting effective quarantine and testing procedures for all incoming animals

Conducting regularly scheduled immunization and preventive care programmes

Providing immediate medical attention to diseased or traumatized animals

Participating with other personnel in planning and executing nutrition and reproduction programmes for animals in zoo

Developing special programmes to encourage reproduction among animals designated as endangered species

Participating in employee training for handling and care of animals

Conducting post-mortem studies and analysis

Co-operating with zoo and aquarium personnel to exchange information concerning care of animals for arranging transfer, sale or trade of animals

Maintaining nationwide inventory of animals of every species, including notation of live births

Acting as consultant to veterinarians in general practice, seeking advice in treatment of exotic animals, etc.

In-depth knowledge of the common diseases of animals

Skilled in preparing adequate quarantine procedures for all animals in the zoo

Skilled in providing the animals with immunization

Knowledge of communicable diseases among animals and training the zoo staff about the same

Skilled in special care for animals under endangered species category

Knowledge of national laws regarding all the animals in the zoo

Not applicable

Attention to detail

Good communication and analytical skills

Good at handling animals

Keen observer

Patient

Determined

It is not a desk job

Need to handle a team of nurses and other zoo staff

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Zoos usually work for 6/7 days a week and 10/12 hours everyday. This may vary from zoo to zoo

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No

This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)

One may develop occupational hazards such as infections from animals, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc. if not taken care of

For freshers -INR10,000 toINR15,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of Healthcare Sector in India

According to IBEF, the Indian healthcare industry is growing at a tremendous pace due to its strengthening coverage, services and increasing expenditure by public as well private players. The Indian Healthcare sector grew from US$ 45 billion in 2008 to US$ 81 billion in 2014, and is projected to continue its rapid expansion, with an estimated market value of US$ 280 billion by 2020. This, along with the increasing awareness and spending capacity of the Indian middle class, is giving the healthcare and medical sector a great boost.

Indian zoos are becoming more and more advanced these days. Earlier, the zoos were neglected, animal health was not a top priority, and not much investment was made in this regard. But now, owing to some solid steps by the government and other animal care and protection bodies, the quality and standards of zoos has improved in India. Permanent Zoo Veterinarians are appointed at most zoos to ensure that adequate care is provided to all animals. There are some upcoming zoos in India too, and this indicates a potential growth in employment opportunities for Zoo Veterinarians in the future.

Zoos

National parks

Animal reserves

Cities and towns across India