Think Tank, Inc.
Job Description
Job Description
*US Citizenship Required *Onsite at the NEFSC Facility in Woods Hole, MA with occasional travel within the region *Proposal Effort, Position is Subject to Contract Award POSITION DESCRIPTION: Think Tank seeks a
part-time Veterinarian
to support NOAA Fisheries' NEFSC by providing expert medical care, nutrition guidance, and veterinary consultation for marine animals, including fish, invertebrates, sea turtles, and marine mammals. The Veterinarian will oversee animal health protocols, support staff training, and ensure best practices in accordance with
Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) guidelines
and
federal accessibility and biosecurity standards . RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide routine and emergency veterinary care and consultation (on-site and remote).
Conduct physical exams, diagnose
illnesses/injuries,
and
prescribe/administer
treatments.
Oversee animal health monitoring, medical testing, and recordkeeping.
Establish and improve protocols for health monitoring, biosecurity, and animal care.
Guide aquarium staff, interns, and volunteers in animal health and nutrition practices.
Ensure safe operation of medical equipment, including x-ray systems.
Provide tele-veterinary support to other NEFSC fish-holding facilities, including treatment recommendations.
Visit other NEFSC facilities annually to review fish health, captivity, and biosecurity practices.
Participate in regional travel and occasional overtime during emergency events.
Prepare monthly progress reports summarizing activities, issues, and recommendations.
REQUIREMENTS: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD
from an AVMA-accredited institution.
Licensed veterinarian in Massachusetts , authorized to practice and prescribe medications.
Telemedicine license
in New Jersey (or ability to obtain in other states as required).
Minimum
5 years' experience
in veterinary care of wild or captive marine animals.
Credentialed veterinary technician background strongly preferred.
Experience caring for
fish, invertebrates, marine mammals, and sea turtles .
Proficiency with medical record systems aligned with
AZA standards .
Strong collaboration skills; able to work effectively with staff, interns, volunteers, and the public.
Ability to provide both
routine and emergency care
in person and remotely.
Qualified to prescribe medications, order tests, and maintain medical protocols.
Valid driver's license; ability to operate a government vehicle.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including emergencies, and travel within the region.
Must be
locally available
to respond to animal health needs.
Job Description
*US Citizenship Required *Onsite at the NEFSC Facility in Woods Hole, MA with occasional travel within the region *Proposal Effort, Position is Subject to Contract Award POSITION DESCRIPTION: Think Tank seeks a
part-time Veterinarian
to support NOAA Fisheries' NEFSC by providing expert medical care, nutrition guidance, and veterinary consultation for marine animals, including fish, invertebrates, sea turtles, and marine mammals. The Veterinarian will oversee animal health protocols, support staff training, and ensure best practices in accordance with
Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) guidelines
and
federal accessibility and biosecurity standards . RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide routine and emergency veterinary care and consultation (on-site and remote).
Conduct physical exams, diagnose
illnesses/injuries,
and
prescribe/administer
treatments.
Oversee animal health monitoring, medical testing, and recordkeeping.
Establish and improve protocols for health monitoring, biosecurity, and animal care.
Guide aquarium staff, interns, and volunteers in animal health and nutrition practices.
Ensure safe operation of medical equipment, including x-ray systems.
Provide tele-veterinary support to other NEFSC fish-holding facilities, including treatment recommendations.
Visit other NEFSC facilities annually to review fish health, captivity, and biosecurity practices.
Participate in regional travel and occasional overtime during emergency events.
Prepare monthly progress reports summarizing activities, issues, and recommendations.
REQUIREMENTS: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD
from an AVMA-accredited institution.
Licensed veterinarian in Massachusetts , authorized to practice and prescribe medications.
Telemedicine license
in New Jersey (or ability to obtain in other states as required).
Minimum
5 years' experience
in veterinary care of wild or captive marine animals.
Credentialed veterinary technician background strongly preferred.
Experience caring for
fish, invertebrates, marine mammals, and sea turtles .
Proficiency with medical record systems aligned with
AZA standards .
Strong collaboration skills; able to work effectively with staff, interns, volunteers, and the public.
Ability to provide both
routine and emergency care
in person and remotely.
Qualified to prescribe medications, order tests, and maintain medical protocols.
Valid driver's license; ability to operate a government vehicle.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including emergencies, and travel within the region.
Must be
locally available
to respond to animal health needs.