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Animal Care Technician Jobs in Palm Shores, FL at Florida Wildlife Hospital
Florida Wildlife Hospital & Sanctuary
4560 North U. S. Highway 1
Palm Shores, FL 32935
(321) 254-8843
JOB TITLE: FULL-TIME ANIMAL CARE STAFF
JOB DESCRIPTION:
– fixed hours, including weekends and holidays
– care and feeding a variety of species including orphaned or injured wildlife
– record keeping
– diet preparation
– maintaining cleanliness in animal care areas
– general hospital cleaning, including mopping floors, laundry, dishwashing
– caring for animals in the outdoor pre-release enclosures in all weather
– participation in release of wildlife
– administration of medications
– animal handling and restraint
REQUIREMENTS:
able to work indoors and outdoors in Florida weather
able to lift up to 50 pounds
able to follow strict protocols and biosecurity procedures
have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
possess good communication skills, a positive attitude, be able to follow directions, and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
good customer services skills
rabies pre-exposure vaccines not necessary but helpful
wildlife experience preferred but not required
Florida Wildlife Hospital & Sanctuary, Inc., is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping sick, injured, and orphaned native Florida wildlife and migratory birds with the mission of returning them to their place in the environment. Over 7000 patients were admitted in 2024. We are permitted to work with all native species except sea turtles, alligators, venomous snakes, and marine mammals. This is a unique opportunity to learn about and participate in the care of Florida’s native wildlife.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Paid time off
Schedule:
Day shift
Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
Palm Shores, FL (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Palm Shores, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Animal Care Technician
Company: Florida Wildlife Hospital
Location: Palm Shores, FL
