We are a Bolivian NGO that is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife and run three wildlife sanctuaries. We are currently looking for veterinarian to join our veterinary team at Wildlife Sanctuary Machia; in Bolivia as soon as possible! Live an incredible experience in a multicultural environment with staff and volunteers from around the world; surrounded by wildlife! The candidate must be highly motivated with demonstrated experience in internal medicine and surgery; with a willingness and ability to live in a remote location.
Machía specialises in caring for primates; among other species. We currently house about 350 animals of more than 20 different species; most of them; monkeys (capuchins; spiders; squirrels; albifrons); psittacines (macaws; amazons; aratingas; etc) and coatis. As a Veterinarian; you will perform many functions; including: preventive medicine; reception of wounded wild animals; care for babies of different species; anaesthesia and surgeries; manage diets; condition enclosures; help out on construction projects; attend to domestic animals from neighbouring towns; etc. The role is dynamic and not your typical 9 to 5! If you are looking for a different experience that will change your life and the opportunity to contribute to nature conservation; don’t hesitate and apply! You won’t regret it!
The Veterinarian is responsible for offering technical medical assistance in the health; care; management of the animals in our Sanctuaries. Daily tasks include; among others: medical treatments; managing wildlife animals; cleaning; assisting in enclosure conditioning tasks; surgery/anaesthesia; ultrasounds; laboratory analysis; preventative medicine; pharmacologic medication management; emergency response; animal welfare monitoring; behavioural problems; etc. The Veterinarian works under the direct supervision of the Sanctuary Director and CIWY President. They work in coordination with the Area Coordinators; constantly monitoring and supporting the daily tasks; such as: cleaning and disinfection; management; nutrition; environmental enrichment; capture and confinement of each particular species.
This is a unique experience in which you will be completely involved in the field of medicine and the conservation of wild fauna.
The role requires proactivity; commitment; autonomy and organisation in carrying out the daily routine; which involves cleaning; preparing food; checking the animals and overseeing the volunteers’ work as well as the day to day running of the clinic. The Veterinarian must have a strong level of teamwork; responsibility and initiative. There will also be times that the Vet has to aid in treating human patients to administer basic first aid to volunteers in case of an accident.
It is essential that the Vet understands the work and the importance of keeping the animals in good health. The main goal is that the animals receive the best possible care and attention in the most efficient way possible.
If you are interested; please send your CV plus a cover letter indicating your experience to info@intiwarayassi.org.
Two weeks of paid vacations are granted each year; with one day off per week.
Immediate opening
13 months (1 month as a volunteer and 12 with a salary)
Adult of both sexes 18+
The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements: Be a qualified veterinarian with a minimum of 2 years experience in internal medicine (general internal medicine, polymodal anaesthesia/analgesia basic soft tissue surgery, reconstructive surgery, ultrasound, laboratory procedures). Have experience in managing neotropical wildlife. Have a high level of spoken and written Spanish. Have an intermediate level of English (as a minimum). Be responsible, committed and able to work well within a team. Be able to work under pressure in a remote environment with limited luxuries. Capable of managing, communicating and working with individuals of different ages and cultures. Adapt to and respect the Bolivian culture and laws.
A small salary of approx. US$290 per month, plus free accommodation and meals. At Machu00eda there is electricity, wifi internet, running water with flushing toilets and hot showers available. There are basic kitchen facilities on site. Mattresses are made of straw.
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