Second Shift Wildlife Rehabilitator

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Full Time

Reports to: Staff Veterinarian

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Works 4 days a week on the second shift (11am-10pm with 1hr break) to provide primary care for neonatal birds and mammals, and ICU patients.
  • Provides directly or supervises the maintenance, cleaning and overall orderliness of the hospital and rehabilitative facilities as indicated.
  • Provides directly or supervises students and volunteers as needed to provide care for patients, particularly after 5 pm. Assists in training students in all aspects of patient care and hospital protocols.
  • Carries the inside-line cell phone after 5 pm and triages after-hours intakes, consulting with supervising veterinarian as needed.
  • Maintains patient medical records database and retains records in compliance with regulatory demands.
  • Provides primary support in clinical patient care to Staff Veterinarian as directed.
  • Assists with exams, completes treatments, feedings and husbandry as indicated.
  • Provides care for Educational Ambassadors as needed.
  • Assists CVT’s with entering lab work results into medical records database.
  • Assists with inventory of supplies as needed.
  • Assists with all aspects of rehabilitation process as requested.
  • Assists with answering phones/patient admissions as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • At least two years of college or vet tech school required; and three years experience/training in wildlife rehabilitation; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Extensive wildlife rehabilitation skills. Preference will be given to licensed/certified veterinary technicians.
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of office equipment and software systems including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Must be able to work efficiently, accurately, and independently.
  • Must be team player with positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
  • Must be able to work cooperatively with co-workers, volunteers, and the public.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly.
  • Required to stand, walk, and may have to climb and/or balance. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Please send your letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to Dr. Robin Bast, Staff Veterinarian at rbast@crowclinic.org