About the Role & TeamAs the Veterinary Practice Manager, you will be an integral member of the Animal Health leadership team, leading the Veterinary / Laboratory Technician Team for Disney’s Animal Kingdom (DAK), Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge (DAKL), and Tri Circle D Ranch, and providing additional support for the Seas with Nemo and Friends (Epcot). You will work closely with the other leaders and team members to provide excellent animal care, ensure efficient and effective function of the Animal Health operation.In this full time, on-site, role, you will be reporting to the Veterinary Operations Manager.What You Will DoLead all aspects of the DAK Hospital operation, including safety, inventory, equipment maintenance and purchase, and regulatory complianceLead the DAK veterinary and laboratory technicians, supporting cast in their professional development, holding regular team meetings and one on ones to help develop team performancePresence in the operation daily to coordinate and problem solve, assist front line cast whenever vital, and partner with leaders and teams from Husbandry, Behavioral Husbandry team, Animal Nutrition, Water Sciences, Operations, Safety Services, Facilities, outside vendors, and moreParticipate in and promote the Animal Health team's guest experiencesPartner with veterinarians, vet techs, lab tech, clinical pathologist, and Medical Records team to supervise/coordinate all vital diagnostic testing and sample submissionsSupervise hospital imaging, acting as radiation & laser safety point for the Animal Health teamPartner with other Animal Health leaders to ensure operational coverage, continuity, communication, and consistency across the teamAssist and/or lead animal health special projectsRequired Qualifications & SkillsMinimum three years of zoological/aquatic facility experience, or equivalent, as a certified veterinary technicianProven leadership experience (project or people based)Excellent organizational and communication skills; detail oriented; ability to prioritize and adaptProficiency in technology/software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel; SharePoint, Workday and ZIMS; Zoom and TeamsPreferred QualificationsExperience in veterinary practice management / vet hospital leadershipActive Member of AZVT or AZA/other relevant professional organizationFamiliarity with Walt Disney World, ASE, Animal Health managerial processes and company policiesExperience in leading large, multi-doctor veterinary practices.EducationA.A.S. from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program, or equivalent experienceVeterinary Technician Certification (CVT) in the state of Florida or ability to acquire licensure within 6 monthsPreferred EducationBachelors Degree or equivalent experienceAdditional InformationBenefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide! Learn more about our benefits and perks at ID: 10100960Location: Lake Buena Vista,FloridaJob Posting Company: Walt Disney World ResortThe Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.