Dolphin Research Center currently has a full-time opening for a Medical Technician to assist the Medical Director. Position responsibilities include:  

• Assist in medical procedures, treatments, and monitoring animal health.
• Assist in coordination and implementation of treatment plans carried out by animal care and training staff.
• Collect diagnostic samples and perform routine laboratory procedures.
• Cleanand maintain medical equipment.
• Organize and maintain inventory of supplements, medicines, and medical supplies.
• Maintainaccurate medical records, procedures manual, and government documentation.
• Collect and analyze data from medical and husbandry records.
• Research sources and specifications of drugs, supplies, and equipment.
• Procure food fish and maintain fish inventory.
• Participate in assessment and rescue of manatees.
• Assist in necropsies.
• Assist in administrative duties including budget preparations, note taking, and correspondence.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Highly-motivated, energetic, versatile, and flexible team player, with a BS or BA, certification as a veterinary technician, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent technical, organizational, interpersonal, computer, and communications skills.
• Attention to detail and a strong desire to learn.
• Able to manage own time and have the ability to identify and solve problems of varying scope and complexity.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in the water.
• As with any position in the medical field, hours must be flexible and based on the needs of the animals. Must be able to work weekends and more than eight hours per day.
• Experience in radiology and ultrasonography a plus.
• Interest or experience in complementary/alternative therapies also a plus.

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We are seeking a qualified residential chaperone for youths in our popular DolphinLab program. See www.dolphins.org/dolphin_lab.php for more information about DolphinLab. Youth and Teen DolphinLabs are offered each summer for children ranging in age from 10 to 17. Classes run back to back during the summer. Each class is a week in length, running Saturday afternoons through Friday mornings.

DolphinLab is DRC’s premiere educational program. It has a lasting impact on our students, providing them with an unforgettable experience and an unparalleled education about dolphins and the environment we share. The summer chaperone should relate well with young people, yet be able to maintain discipline and control. The chaperone must be able to coordinate the movement of a group of 14 students, assist in integrating diverse personalities, and handle any emergencies which may occur during the week.

Qualifications: This position requires a responsible, mature individual who is energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated, flexible, and able to deal with long hours. Candidates must have extensive experience working with youth in a supervisory capacity. Previous experience in the DolphinLab program is preferred but not required.

Salary for this position is $290.00 per week plus room and meals while DolphinLab is in session during the seven-week period of June 25 through August 13. The best benefit is being able to participate in the seminars and workshops for our college-accredited program, DolphinLab, at no cost. For more details, please e-mail drc-hr@dolphins.org.

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Responsibilities:

We are looking for enthusiastic, personable staff for our Environmental Gift Shop. Duties are multifaceted and include, but are not limited to:

Qualifications:

Our Guest Services Staff assists our guests in both inside and outside workstations. The successful candidate will be pleasant, courteous and be able to convey information as clearly and concisely as possible. Working weekends may be required.

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Responsibilities:

Major duties of this position in our Environmental Services Department may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in construction projects
• Attend to electrical, plumbing and automotive needs
• Assist in the maintenance of DRC buildings, equipment, vehicles, and boats
• Operate DRC equipment (e.g. radios, boats, generator, etc.)
• Participate with in-water medical check-ups of DRC marine mammals

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will be a responsible, organized, and motivated individual who demonstrates excellent “team player” skills. Must have general “handy-man” skills and be able to work outdoors in the Florida heat. Must have a clean driving record.

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The cost of living in the Keys tends to be high and salaries, for the most part, are not competitive with the national average. This is particularly true at DRC, which is still maturing as a not-for-profit corporation. Starting salaries vary according to an applicant's educational background, experience, and particular job responsibilities. The starting annual salary for an entry-level employee at DRC averages $19,000. Many staff members find it necessary to supplement their income through other means.

DRC seeks to provide for the well being of its employees and our salary combined with our generous benefits creates a competitive total package that is right for our environment.

DRC offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid sick leave, gift shop discounts, work clothing, and complimentary Dolphin Encounters. However, the most important benefits are the extraordinary rewards employees encounter on a daily basis: feeling the elation when a dolphin demonstrates a new behavior for the first time, watching a child grin in excitement when she sees a dolphin burst out of the water into a flip, sitting quietly on a dock observing the fluid grace of dolphins, experiencing the sense of satisfaction when a student grasps a new concept, witnessing the magical moment when a learning-disabled child utters his first word. Moments such as these are the true rewards, the unique benefits of working at Dolphin Research Center.

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