Wildlife Care Specialist Hospital
Location
San Diego, California, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
1-5 years
Compensation
$33 - $33 per hour
Posted
7h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
The Wildlife Care Specialist Hospital provides routine care, feeding, and surveillance for all wildlife (mammals, reptiles, birds) quartered in the hospital area. This role involves assisting Wildlife Health staff with medical procedures, maintaining accurate records, and medicating patient wildlife while ensuring their overall well-being and appropriate habitat setup.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Wildlife Care Specialist Hospital under general supervision, feeds, maintains surveillance over all wildlife and provides routine care for all wildlife (mammals, reptiles and birds) quartered in the hospital area. This position reports to the Veterinary Services Wildlife Care Supervisor, Veterinary Services Manager, or designated staff.
This class performs a wide range of standard duties and is distinguished from the Wildlife Care Specialist classification in that this position works exclusively in the Hospital and must handle, care for, and observe all types of wildlife (bird, mammal, reptile, amphibian).
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Ensure overall care and well-being of patient, housed, and quarantine wildlife while at hospital, including appropriate habitat setup, diet preparation, feeding, habitat cleaning and disinfection
Under general supervision, assists Wildlife Health staff with immobilization, medical procedures, and relocation of wildlife between hospital and grounds
Perform accurate and complete record keeping, including ICU logs, treatment sheets, ZIMS, welfare assessments, and other required reports on general health, habits, behavior, fecal output, and appetite of wildlife under care
Medicate and provide treatment to patient wildlife, including those with compromised health. Communicated clearly with wildlife health staff regarding wildlife health needs
Dedicated to providing and promoting the relationship our wildlife have with their environment at every opportunity and in every aspect of our wildlife care programs
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Our ideal candidate has a broad background in animal care, handling, and restraint and has experience working in a veterinary medical facility.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Education, training, and/or experience which would clearly demonstrate the essential functions, knowledge and skills outlined, and example would be 12-16 college credit hours in zoology, animal biology, or animal husbandry required
Prior animal care in a zoological or hospital setting preferred
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
High School Diploma Required
Valid California Driver License Upon Hire required
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of:
Animal behavior; animal biology and anatomy; zoology
Techniques for immobilizing, handling and moving wild animals
Safety practices for working with wild animals
Care, feeding, and set-up of animals
Requirements for quarantine guidelines
Public speaking
SDZ Wildlife Alliance hospital policies, rules and practices
Ability to:
Respond to cautions from co-workers
Monitor wildlife behavior and appearance
Operate motorized equipment and vehicles
Use computer programs and electronic medical record keeping systems (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, ZIMS, and Internet
Work in a diverse team environment and motivate others
Multi-task and prioritize
Deal tactfully and courteously with others
Communicate and work effectively with others
Work in a team environment and independently
Understand and follow directions effectively
Adhere to the organizations’ policies, procedures, and regulations
Knowledge of governmental and accreditation rules and regulations
SOME OF THE REWARDS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Family Passes
Complimentary Tickets
Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Local and In-House Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program
Updated 2h ago
Candidate fit
Skills and qualifications
Additional skills
Experience
1-5 years
Certifications
How this role is positioned
Role classification
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Employment
Full Time
Contract duration
Permanent
Hiring type
Direct
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Offer details
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
$33 - $33 per hour
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Company snapshot
Company
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Team size
Growing team
Location
San Diego, California, United States
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions.
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Wildlife Care Specialist Hospital
San Diego, California, United States • Full Time