Wildlife Veterinarian

About the organization

A private, nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to promoting compassion and respect for all living creatures. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, it provides a wide range of services, including animal adoption, wildlife rescue, veterinary care, humane education, and enforcement of animal-related laws. The organization operates as a safe place for stray, injured, and neglected animals, striving to reunite pets with their owners or find them loving homes. It is committed to community outreach, education, and advocacy, ensuring the well-being of animals and fostering a humane community.

Position overview

The Wildlife Rehabilitation Veterinarian ensures that patients in the Wildlife Rehabilitation Program receive the highest quality veterinary medical care in accordance with veterinary standards, state laws, and ethical practices. This role involves performing medical evaluations, procedures, and treatments for wildlife, with a primary focus on animal health and welfare.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examine, diagnose, and prescribe treatment for animals in the Wildlife Rehabilitation Program as needed.

• Provide emergency medical care as necessary.

• Collaborate with wildlife managers to identify, contain, and treat contagious diseases, including zoonotic diseases.

• Work with the Director of Operations and Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager to establish and implement medical policies and procedures.

• Ensure animal medical records are maintained according to legal requirements.

• Provide wildlife staff with clear information regarding animal conditions, diagnoses, treatment plans, and long-term prognosis.

• Participate in continuing education to stay current with veterinary practices.

• Perform diagnostic tests such as x-rays, blood work, cytology, and fecals.

• Lead and provide directions to Registered Veterinary Technicians.

• Induce and maintain animals under anesthesia and operate anesthetic machines and surgical monitoring equipment.

• Ensure the safety and monitoring of animals under anesthesia.

• Work with the Wildlife Manager to maintain department equipment in good working order.

• Euthanize animals or assist in euthanasia as required, in compliance with policies and state laws.

• Perform animal necropsies and write reports when needed.

• Maintain a valid DEA license for the designated locations.

• Attend continuing education seminars to maintain professional development.

• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.

• Collaborate effectively with all members of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Program.

• Indirectly supervise Registered Veterinary Technicians.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree with at least two years of experience in a wildlife setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must pass a background check upon hire.

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