Intern in Equine Clinical Practice

Remarkable Careers at
The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club is a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique integrated business model, comprising racing and racecourse entertainment, a membership club, responsible sports wagering and lottery, and charities and community contribution. Through this model,
the Club generates economic and social value for the community and supports the Government in combatting illegal gambling. In 2018/19, the Club made a record return to the Government of HK$23.3 billion in duty and profits tax and contributed HK$1.3 billion to the Lotteries Fund. Approved charity and community donations were HK$4.3 billion. The Club is Hong Kong’s largest single taxpayer and one of the city’s major employers. Its Charities Trust is also one of the world’s top ten charity donors. The Club is always “riding high together for a better future” with the people of Hong Kong.

We are currently looking for two junior clinicians to join our team of fifteen veterinary surgeons. The positions will be primarily based at the Equine Hospital, working with Thoroughbred racehorses, in training at the Sha Tin racing complex. In addition, you will provide veterinary cover on a rotational basis at The HKJC’s Equine Hospital located at Cong Hua Racecourse, which is in China, approximately 4hrs drive from Hong Kong. You will work closely with senior colleagues and there will be opportunities to gain experience and develop practical skills in a busy, high-quality racing environment. You will be encouraged to contribute to ongoing and future departmental research projects. Accommodation will be provided.

The Intern in Equine Clinical Practice is primarily responsible for:

• providing assistance to senior colleagues

             o in the administration of daily treatments during routine stable
                rounds
             o in the performance of diagnostic procedures such as airway
                endoscopy, gastroscopy, radiography, ultrasonography, MRI and
                nuclear scintigraphy.
            o during race day operations
            o by supporting general veterinary-related services such as
               accompanying airport convoys and convoys between
               Hong Kong and Cong Hua.

• performing general anaesthesia and assisting with elective and emergency surgery

Ideally, you should:

• hold a degree recognized by the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Hong Kong
• have experience in equine practice and be able to demonstrate competence in core clinical skills
• be enthusiastic and motivated to learn
• have good communication and interpersonal skills

For further details about the positions, please contact Dr Amy Kelly, Veterinary Surgeon / Executive Manager, Veterinary Clinical Services by phone: (852) 2966-6606, email: amy.r.kelly@hkjc.org.hk

Closing date: November 8th 2019

Starting dates: March 16th 2020 and May 11th 2020

The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. An 18-month contract will be offered to the successful candidates. Further contract renewal or conversion to career terms will be subject to mutual agreement between the Club and the individual. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

How to apply

Please send your resume, complete with expected salary and job reference to the Human Resources Department, The Hong Kong Jockey Club, 8/F Central Complex, Sha Tin Racecourse, Hong Kong, or email via the apply button, or fax to (852) 2966-6984.