Veterinary Practice Manager

Job ID 10129281 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Aug. 22, 2025

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

As the Seas Veterinary Practice Manager, you will be an integral member of the Animal Health leadership team, leading the Veterinary Technician Team at Disney’s Epcot The Seas with Nemo & Friends Aquarium (Seas) and serving as a managerial point of contact for off-site Disney aquatic health programs and conservation work. You will work closely with the Disney’s Animal Kingdom (DAK) Veterinary Practice Manager and 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 Do

Lead all aspects of the Seas Hospital operation, including safety, inventory, equipment maintenance and purchase, cast training, preparing for inspections, & ensuring regulatory compliance
Lead the Seas veterinary technicians, supporting cast in their professional development, holding regular team meetings and one on ones to help develop team performance
Presence 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 more
Participate in and promote the Animal Health team's guest experiences
Partner with veterinarians, vet techs, lab tech, clinical pathologist, and Medical Records team to supervise/coordinate all vital diagnostic testing and sample submissions
Supervise hospital imaging, acting as radiation & laser safety person for the Animal Health team at the Seas
Partner with other Animal Health leaders to ensure operational coverage, continuity, communication, and consistency across the team
Assist and/or lead animal health special projects
Serve as Animal Health’s managerial point for Castaway Cay and Aulani, on-site manatee and sea turtle rehabilitation programs, and Animal Health team-related conservation projects.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Minimum three years of zoological/aquatic facility experience, or equivalent, as a certified veterinary technician
Minimum two years in veterinary practice management / vet hospital leadership
Excellent organizational and communication skills; detail oriented; ability to prioritize and adapt
Proficiency in technology/software such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel; SharePoint, Workday and ZIMS; Zoom and Teams

Preferred Qualifications

Active Member of AZVT or AZA/other relevant professional organization
Familiarity with Walt Disney World processes and policies
Experience in leading large, multi-doctor veterinary practices

Education

A.A.S. from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program, or equivalent experience
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) in the state of Florida or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months

Preferred Education

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience

Additional Information

Benefits 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 https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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