Job description:
Night and weekends are required.
This is a high-volume facility with annual intakes can reach 10,000. We believe all life has value regardless of species. We have a very generous paid time off policy as well as sick time and bereavement leave. We also offer retirement benefits.
This candidate for this position must be committed to caring for a wide range of wildlife as well as domestic animals including farm animals, domestic birds and fowl, exotics. In addition we have a robust baby songbird program. Must be willing to handle snakes.
Ability to read and follow directions is a must.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Assist with and administering medical treatments under supervision of the manager.
- Maintain complete and accurate animal care records.
- Determine and provide appropriate triage/emergency care, housing/enclosures and diets including live and dead food items.
- Clean and disinfect all areas as necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary environment throughout the hospital and facility.
- Inventory and maintain clinic/medical supplies.
- Provide oversight, direction and training of volunteers on a daily basis.
- Perform other duties, as assigned, to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization and improve the quality of life for the animals.
- Ability to read, write and comprehend detailed animal care protocols and medical notes.
- Ability to understand or learn basic medical terminology, avian physiology and anatomy.
- Have excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work.
- Effectively communicate information on both an individual basis and group situations and have excellent interpersonal skills for interactions with volunteers, other employees.
- Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office and data entry, preferably with an electronic patient records system (ex. WRMD, Raptor Med).
- Excellent basic mathematical skills and the ability to accurately work with units of weight, volume and concentration.
- This position requires a background check and preemployment drug screening
Please submit your resume with a personalized cover letter indicating why you're interested in working with us.
Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Indian Trail, NC 28079: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
