Veterinarian 

 Obtaining a license to practice the profession

 (Preferred those with experience in Arabian horses and racehorses)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Diagnosis and Treatment

·       Clinical Examination: Conducting thorough clinical exams to diagnose diseases, ailments, and injuries.

·       Diagnostic Imaging & Labs: Ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and radiographic images (X-rays/Ultrasound) as required.

·       Prescription Management: Prescribing and dispensing appropriate medications and monitoring the clinical response to treatment.

·       Emergency Response: Handling acute cases and field injuries with immediate medical intervention.

·       Chronic Care: Managing chronic conditions and developing long-term therapeutic plans.

2. Surgical Procedures

·       Surgical Intervention: Performing routine and emergency surgeries for horses, camels, and sheep.

·       Pre-operative Care: Preparing animals for surgery and conducting pre-anesthetic assessments.

·       Anaesthesia Protocols: Applying general and local anesthesia protocols and monitoring vital signs throughout the procedure.

·       Common Surgeries:

-             Suturing wounds and trauma management.

-             Surgical colic management (within the limits of available facilities).

-             Performing Cesarean sections (C-sections) when necessary.

-             Debridement and treatment of abscesses.

·       Post-operative Care: Managing recovery, pain management, and monitoring for post-surgical complications.

·       Sterilization & Infection Control: Adhering to strict sterilization and biosafety standards within the operating room.

3. Laboratory & Diagnostic Testing

·       Sampling: Collecting biological samples (blood, feces, urine, swabs, tissues) according to scientific best practices.

·       Basic Lab Tests: Performing essential tests including:

·       Complete Blood Count (CBC) – subject to equipment availability.

·       Internal and external parasite examinations.

·       Veterinary pregnancy tests.

·       Fecal analysis.

·       Result Interpretation: Correlating lab results with clinical findings for accurate diagnosis.

·       External Coordination: Coordinating with external reference laboratories for advanced diagnostic testing.

·       Quality Control: Ensuring samples are preserved and transported according to quality specifications.

·       Maintenance: Calibrating and maintaining basic laboratory equipment.

·       Biosafety: Strict adherence to biosafety procedures within the laboratory environment.

4. Preventive Medicine & Vaccinations

·       Vaccination Programs: Developing and implementing periodic vaccination schedules for horses, camels, and sheep.

·       Parasite Control: Implementing comprehensive internal and external deworming and parasite control programs.

·       Epidemiological Monitoring: Monitoring the epidemiological situation and reporting notifiable infectious diseases as per regulations.

·       Biosecurity: Enforcing biosecurity measures within farms and stables to prevent disease outbreaks.

5. Reproductive & Production Management

·       Maternity Care: Monitoring pregnancy, supervising parturition (birth), and intervening when necessary.

·       Fertility Assessment: Conducting fertility exams and treating reproductive tract disorders.

·       Dystocia Management: Expert handling of difficult birth cases.

·       Production Enhancement: Providing consultations to optimize growth rates and production efficiency.

6. Field Visits & Follow-up

·       Routine Inspections: Conducting regular field visits to farms, stables, and pens.

·       Environmental Assessment: Evaluating housing conditions and nutrition, and providing recommendations for improvement.

·       Reporting: Preparing and submitting periodic medical reports to the management.

·       On-call Duty: Responding to emergency cases outside the clinic premises.

7. Records & Compliance

·       Medical Documentation: Maintaining precise records of all cases, treatments, and surgical procedures.

·       Compliance: Full adherence to the regulations of the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture (MEWA) and relevant authorities.

·       Storage Management: Ensuring the safe and proper storage of medications, vaccines, and laboratory reagents.

8. Awareness & Guidance

·       Staff Training: Educating breeders and farmworkers on basic healthcare and nutrition.

·       Early Detection: Training staff on recognizing early signs of illness.

Technical Consultation: Providing expert technical advice to management and clients.