Wildlife Care Specialist Hospital - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSIONThe 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 disinfectionUnder general supervision, assists Wildlife Health staff with immobilization, medical procedures, and relocation of wildlife between hospital and groundsPerform 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 careMedicate and provide treatment to patient wildlife, including those with compromised health. Communicated clearly with wildlife health staff regarding wildlife health needsDedicated 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 FOROur 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 requiredPrior animal care in a zoological or hospital setting preferred

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

High School Diploma RequiredValid California Driver License Upon Hire required

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEKnowledge of:

Animal behavior; animal biology and anatomy; zoologyTechniques for immobilizing, handling and moving wild animalsSafety practices for working with wild animalsCare, feeding, and set-up of animalsRequirements for quarantine guidelinesPublic speakingSDZ Wildlife Alliance hospital policies, rules and practices

Ability to:

Respond to cautions from co-workersMonitor wildlife behavior and appearanceOperate motorized equipment and vehiclesUse computer programs and electronic medical record keeping systems (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, ZIMS, and InternetWork in a diverse team environment and motivate othersMulti-task and prioritizeDeal tactfully and courteously with othersCommunicate and work effectively with othersWork in a team environment and independentlyUnderstand and follow directions effectivelyAdhere to the organizations' policies, procedures, and regulationsKnowledge 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 ParkFamily PassesComplimentary TicketsFree Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari ParkLocal and In-House DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Location: San Diego, CAPosition Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Union Position - If selected, there will be fees and dues to be paid to the unionHourly Rate: $33.01