10 Oct
Avian (Bird Medicine) Specialist
About the opportunity
Location: Riyadh or Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Salary: SAR 18 000 – SAR 23 000 per month (gross) Industry: Veterinary Healthcare Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary: An established veterinary healthcare group seeks an experienced Avian Specialist to diagnose and manage medical conditions in birds. The successful candidate will provide specialist treatment, preventative care and husbandry guidance within a multidisciplinary veterinary hospital, supported by modern diagnostic equipment and technology. Key Requirements: Recognised veterinary degree and certified specialisation relevant to avian medicine Minimum of five years’ clinical experience Demonstrated experience diagnosing and treating a range of avian species Strong knowledge of avian anatomy, physiology, nutrition and husbandry Proficiency in safe handling, clinical examination and diagnostic sampling of birds Experience managing avian emergencies and interpreting diagnostic findings Broad experience within a veterinary hospital environment Strong communication, teamwork and clinical record-keeping skills Willingness to relocate to Saudi Arabia and participate in shift and emergency coverage Commitment to animal welfare and professional standards Key Responsibilities: Conduct specialist consultations and assess birds presenting with illness or injury Develop diagnostic plans and interpret laboratory and imaging findings Create individual treatment plans appropriate to each species and patient Perform medical and surgical procedures within the scope of specialist qualifications and experience Stabilise emergency patients and coordinate ongoing monitoring and supportive care Advise owners on nutrition, housing, enrichment, hygiene and preventative healthcare Guide appropriate isolation and infection-control measures for suspected infectious cases Collaborate with anaesthesia, nursing and other specialist teams on complex cases Maintain accurate clinical records and coordinate follow-up care Provide clinical guidance and share avian-care knowledge with colleagues These positions are residential and based either in Riyadh or Jeddah and are residential with annual leave and a return flight back to South Africa. Our client makes use of modern medical equipment and technology. Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback from us within two (2) weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. We thank you for your interest in the position and wish you success in your future career endeavors.
What you’ll bring
The employer will discuss requirements with shortlisted candidates.