Wildlife Veterinarian
Company: LTD Global
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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
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