Hospital Keeper Internship
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Job ID 18677
Job Description
The Veterinary staff at Wildlife Safari are currently accepting applications for their ongoing Internship Program. This Internship offers an exciting, hands-on and unique opportunity. This internship is geared to individuals who want to explore a profession as a Veterinarian Technician. The Hospital Keeper Intern performs day-to-day clinical support within the veterinary hospital, including assisting with examinations and procedures, preparing and monitoring anesthesia under supervison, administering treatments as directed, collecting and processing diagnostic samples, operating in-house labatory equipment, maintaining medical records, preparing medications, and supporting hospital sanitation, biosecurity, and surgical suite readiness.
Primary Responsibilities
- Clinical & Medical Support
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, procedures, and surgeries
- Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment; monitor patients under supervison
- Administer treatments as directed (oral, IM, SQ, topical)
- Assist with emergency response and stabilization of animals
- Maintain accurate medical records (SOAP notes, treatments, logs)
- Diagnostics & Laboratory Work
- Collect and process samples (blood, fecal, urine, cytology)
- Operate in-house diagnostic equipment (CBC, chemistry, fecal analysis)
- Prepare samples for external laboratories
- Maintainlab cleanliness and quality control standards
- Pharmacy & Inventory Management
- Maintain drug inventory and medical supplies
- Prepare medications and treatment sheets
- Ensure proper storage and handling of pharmaceuticals
- Hospital Operations & Biosecurity
- Clean and disinfect hospital areas, equipment, and treatment spaces
- Follow biosecurity and quaratine protocols
- Assist in maintaining surgical suite sterility
Qualifications:
- Background in animal science, veterinary technology, biology, or related field
- Experience handling domestic and/or exotic animals preferred
- Basic understanding of animal restraint, husbandry principles, and safety
- Negative TB test, ability to lift 25-50 lbs, work in varried environments
- Strong observational and clinical awareness
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, variable environment
- Attention to detail in medical records and treatments
- Teamwork and communication with veterinary and animal care staff
Requirements:
- Personal vehicle and valid driver’s license
- Interns must present themselves in a professional manner during their internship
- Must be able to pass a drug test, including for marijuana
- Candidates must agree to a background check
The internship is unpaid for a period of three months. Transportation is NOT provided.
Start dates are flexible but length of internship must be 12 weeks long. Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm. May include weekends, holidays, and on call support.
To apply send resume and cover letter to:
Wildlife Safari
Attn: Veterinarian Staff
PO Box 1600
Winston, OR, 97496
or email to tverdugo@wildlifesafari.net