Wildlife Rehabilitator

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Apply current best practices ensuring a high standard of care for wildlife patients.
2) Assist in the supervision and training of seasonal staff, interns, and volunteers.
3) Maintain workspaces, supplies, equipment, and facility in a safe, clean, and organized manner.
4) Assist the Staff Veterinarian in the medical care and treatment of wildlife patients.
5) Support practices that place NMWC as a leader in wildlife care and rehabilitation.
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time hourly, non-exempt
REPORTS TO: Staff Veterinarian
SUPERVISES: Wildlife hospital volunteers and interns
WORK HOURS: 5 days/40 hours per week; work hours are seasonally variable, typically some nights, weekend, and holiday work hours required; some in-state travel required.
SALARY RANGE: $18 - $20 per hour
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Paid Time Off; three paid holidays; Paid Sick Leave (PSL); monthly partial health insurance reimbursement
OVERTIME: Overtime at 1.5x regular hourly rate with prior written approval of supervisor.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist with the rehabilitation process ensuring that all animal care needs are met and treatments are correctly administered.
• Apply current best standards of care under the direction of the Staff Veterinarian.
• Accurate daily record keeping, including but not limited to, diet, medications, weight, behavior, treatments, and patient disposition.
• Contribute to development and implementation of patient care and treatment plans.
• Ensure animals are handled in a manner maximizing human and animal safety.
• Communicate with the Staff Veterinarian regarding new patient intakes, status of in-care patients, and hospital supply needs.
• Assist with supervision of interns and volunteers.
• Collaborate with the Education staff on matters concerning Ambassador Animal health and welfare and assist with medical exams and treatments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the hospital internship program.
• Ensure appropriate procedures are followed for any rehabilitation research projects.
• Identify, correct or notify the Staff Veterinarian regarding any observed facility or equipment maintenance and safety needs.
• Responsible for the proper use and maintenance of all hospital equipment.
• Maintain indoor and outdoor hospital areas in a safe and organized manner.
• Effectively communicate with the public and government agencies.
• Participate in continuing education and acquire or maintain professional certifications.
• Participate in staff and hospital team meetings.
• Represent NMWC in a professional manner.
• Participate in NMWC on and off-site special events.
• Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Prior rehab work experience may be considered.
• Minimum 1 year full-time professional experience in wildlife rehabilitation.
• Able to work with a wide variety of species, including birds, mammals, and reptiles.
• Proof of pre-exposure rabies vaccination or titer required or obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Possess current CWR certification or obtain within six months of hire.
• Possess or obtain New Mexico Euthanasia Technician license within six months of hire and be able to perform euthanasia on a routine basis.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and adjust as needed.
• Must be able to safely lift/move up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak clearly in English.
• Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license or obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Must be legally entitled to work in the USA.
DESIRED SKILLS
• Experience with advanced rehabilitation skills such as wraps, splints, intramuscular and intravenous injections, blood draws, fecal analysis, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Extensive knowledge of songbird and raptor rehabilitation.
• Basic facility and enclosure maintenance skills.
• Able to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment, and adhere to established protocols.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and as a team member.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills necessary to achieve tasks efficiently.
• Tactfully handle stressful situations, resolve conflicts, and maintain confidentiality.
• Able to identify and correct problems quickly; able to think logically and solve problems and make decisions with minimal guidance.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and database management including WRMD.
TO APPLY: Please send a resume, cover letter, and 3 professional references to matthew@newmexicowildlifecenter.org
Closing Date: Open until filled

EEO STATEMENT: NMWC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. New Mexico Wildlife Center is an at will employer and all NMWC employees are subject to employment eligibility and background security checks as well as testing for illegal substance use as allowed by law.