Animal Care Specialist
3 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Animal Keeper to join our team at the Santa Barbara Zoo. As an Animal Keeper, you will be responsible for the daily care and well-being of our animal collection, including providing excellent husbandry, maintaining naturalistic exhibits, and ensuring the highest standards of animal care and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide exceptional animal care and husbandry, including feeding, cleaning, and providing enrichment activities for our animals.
- Maintain and enhance naturalistic exhibits, creating a safe and stimulating environment for our animals.
- Actively participate in on-grounds or local field conservation activities, contributing to initiatives involving California condor, island fox, and local bird and ectotherm species.
- Collaborate closely with the Animal Care & Health team, reporting to a Zoological Manager and the Director of Animal Care.
- Engage with the public through educational programs and public speaking engagements.
- Minimum of 1 year experience in working at an AZA accredited facility or similar facility with a variety of taxa.
- Proficiency in animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance, and behavioral enrichment.
- A commitment to wildlife conservation and an eagerness to engage in local field conservation activities.
- Strong teamwork ethic and personal accountability.
- Excellent public speaking and communication skills.
- Physical fitness to handle the demands of the position.
- Great team, beautiful grounds, amazing animal collection, sunshine & ocean view almost year-round.
- Free parking M-F, free guest passes, unlimited free tea/coffee every morning, 20% discounts on food services and retail purchases.
- Access to the San Diego Zoo Global Academy platform, professional development events, and lunch & learn opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package for FTR staff, voluntary supplemental insurances, zoo membership, paid sick leave, paid vacation time, 403(b) and SEP retirement plans, a paid conservation day, a paid Zoo Day to visit another AZA accredited institution, paid time off to take your pet to the vet, and much more...
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Animal Care Specialist
2 weeks ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States Dakar Inc. Full timeJob OpportunityWe are seeking a reliable and experienced Animal Care Specialist to join our team at Dakar Inc. in Santa Barbara. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in horse care and be comfortable handling large stock and dogs.Responsibilities:Feed and groom animalsEnsure proper turnout and handling for veterinary careAdminister medications as...
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Animal Care Specialist
2 weeks ago
Santa Cruz, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care Attendant to join our team at VCA Animal Hospitals. As an Animal Care Attendant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and service to our patients and their owners.ResponsibilitiesClean and maintain animal enclosures, including cages, kennels, and examination rooms.Feed,...
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Animal Care Specialist
3 weeks ago
Rancho Santa Fe, California, United States Helen Woodward Animal Center Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care Technician to join our team at Helen Woodward Animal Center. As an Animal Care Technician, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and comfort to animals during their stay with us.Key Responsibilities:Maintain accurate and up-to-date animal recordsProvide individualized...
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Veterinary Care Specialist
3 weeks ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeAbout VCA Animal HospitalsWe are a well-established 24-hour emergency & specialty practice in beautiful Santa Barbara, California, seeking a highly motivated full-time Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant with experience in emergency medicine to join our team.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver exceptional client experiences by providing...
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Santa Clarita, California, United States Santa Clarita Animal Urgent Care Full timeJob OverviewBecome a Valued Member of Our Veterinary Team as an Animal Care TechnicianAt Santa Clarita Animal Urgent Care, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional pet care and service in our community. Our supportive and welcoming environment fosters professional development and independence while prioritizing the well-being of our patients. Our dynamic...
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Animal Education Specialist
2 weeks ago
Rancho Santa Fe, California, United States Helen Woodward Animal Center Full timeJob Title: InstructorAre you passionate about educating people about animals and their care?We are seeking an experienced Instructor to join our team at Helen Woodward Animal Center. As an Instructor, you will be responsible for leading educational programs for children and adults, including day camps, Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops, birthday parties, and...
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Veterinary Surgeon
3 weeks ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeSurgeon Opportunity at VCA Animal HospitalsVCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Surgeon to join our team in beautiful Downtown Santa Barbara, California.This is an exciting opportunity for a board certified or residency trained Surgeon to work in a state-of-the-art facility with a team of like-minded specialists committed to...
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Animal Care Professional
1 month ago
Rancho Santa Fe, California, United States Helen Woodward Animal Center Full timeJob OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our team at Helen Woodward Animal Center. As a key member of our Companion Animal Hospital, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our patients and their owners.ResponsibilitiesAssist veterinarians with patient procedures and during surgery, ensuring...
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Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity in Santa Barbara
4 weeks ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeAbout the OpportunityVCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a highly motivated and board certified or residency trained Surgeon to join our 24-hour emergency and specialty practice in Downtown Santa Barbara, California.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality patient care with exceptional serviceCollaborate with a team of like-minded specialists to deliver...
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Veterinarian - Animal Services
4 weeks ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States County of Santa Barbara Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Veterinarian to join our Animal Services team at the County of Santa Barbara. As a Veterinarian, you will be responsible for providing high-quality medical care to animals in our shelters, investigating and preventing the spread of diseases, and developing policies and procedures to ensure the...
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Veterinarian - Animal Shelter
3 weeks ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States County of Santa Barbara, CA Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Veterinarian to join our Animal Services team at the County of Santa Barbara, CA. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality veterinary care and spay/neuter services to animals in our shelters.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide veterinary medical services, including...
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Animal Health Technicians
4 weeks ago
Santa Clarita, California, United States Santa Clarita Animal Urgent Care Full timeJob SummarySanta Clarita Animal Urgent Care is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our team. As a Veterinary Technician, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting our veterinarians in delivering exceptional medical services.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist veterinarians with medical procedures, including...
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Animal Health Supervisor
2 weeks ago
Rancho Santa Fe, California, United States Helen Woodward Animal Center Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Animal Health Supervisor to join our team at Helen Woodward Animal Center. As a key member of our medical team, you will be responsible for overseeing and mentoring our Vet Assistant staff and administrative support staff within the shelter.Key Responsibilities:Practice all medical protocols under...
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Veterinary Technician
6 days ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeJoin Our Team at VCA Animal HospitalsWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our team at VCA Animal Hospitals. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a collaborative and supportive team, providing exceptional care to our patients and delivering an...
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Veterinarian Surgeon
2 weeks ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeAbout the RoleVCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Surgeon to join our team in beautiful Santa Barbara, California. As a board-certified or residency-trained Surgeon, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care and providing exceptional service to our clients.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform surgical procedures...
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Veterinary Medicine Specialist
4 weeks ago
Santa Rosa, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeAbout VCA Animal HospitalsVCA Animal Hospitals is a leading provider of veterinary care, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and quality medicine to our patients and their families.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Internal Medicine Specialist to join our team at VCA PetCare East Veterinary Hospital in Sonoma County,...
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Veterinarian Specialist
2 weeks ago
Santa Rosa, California, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full timeAbout the JobVCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a skilled and compassionate Internal Medicine Specialist to join our team in a beautiful location. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a collaborative hospital that provides high-quality medicine while maintaining a focus on work-life balance.About the RoleWe are looking for a...
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Veterinary Technician
1 week ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States Ethos Veterinary Health Full timeJob Title: Registered Veterinary Technician - Internal MedicineWe are seeking a highly skilled Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team at Advanced Veterinary Specialists. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with our board-certified Internists to provide exceptional care to patients with complex medical...
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Veterinary Technician
1 week ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States Ethos Veterinary Health Full timeInternal Medicine Veterinary Technician Job DescriptionAdvanced Veterinary Specialists, a premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospital, is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with board-certified Internists to provide high-quality care to patients with complex...
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Veterinary Technician
1 week ago
Santa Barbara, California, United States Ethos Veterinary Health Full timeInternal Medicine Veterinary Technician Job DescriptionAdvanced Veterinary Specialists, a premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospital, is seeking a skilled Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine team. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with board-certified Internists to provide exceptional care to patients with...
