Orion Poirier
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
A hardworking, dedicated team member, and experienced zookeeper. Skilled in communication, following procedures, and understanding the chain of command. Looking to exercise the best care of all animals through maintaining their welfare and records.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Zookeeper
The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Medicated animals, wrote physical and computerized records onto ZIMS
- Maintained medical observations on injured and ill animals
- Communicated and worked with veterinary staff on administering medication for animals, as well as maintaining weights and other necessary welfare check ups
- Cleaned enclosures, experienced in minimizing the spread of disease by following protocols
- Routinely checked on animal welfare status throughout the day
- Experienced in training voluntary medical behaviors; for example trained a Galapagos tortoise voluntary jugular blood draw behavior working with vet staff.
Volunteer Conservationist
The Butterfly Project
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Managing the endangered Palos Verdes Blue Butterfly in all stages of life
- Keeping records up to date on stock of the species
- Captured and released stock back into native locations of California
- Experienced in keeping organized records for individual gene lines and crossing for breeding.
Education
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA05.2025
Certifricates -
San Diego Zoo Global
2024
Skills
- California Drivers License
- ACS ZIMS
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Animal Care Expertise
- Veterinary Knowledge
- Animal Examinations
- Human and Animal Safety
- Zoo Safety Protocols
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Zookeeper
The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
01.2023 - 01.2025
Volunteer Conservationist
The Butterfly Project
01.2023 - 01.2024
Moorpark College
Certifricates -
San Diego Zoo Global
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