Overview
Little Traverse Bay Humane Society (LTBHS) is seeking highly reliable individual to join our staff and work together to fulfill our organizational mission to sustainably and respectfully serve pets and the people who love them with compassionate, comprehensive and exemplary care.
Applicants should understand this is a physically demanding position that may require standing for an 8-10 hour day, working under specific time constraints, lifting at least 40 lbs, and in all weather conditions. Working with rescue animals often requires patience, understanding, and flexibility, as their individual needs may vary significantly. The staff must truly work as a team, understanding that we share the same goal.
Shelter Medicine and/or Veterinary Assistants are responsible for tasks including but not limited to monitoring patients before, during, and after surgery, medical treatments and examinations. Also, assisting in the creation and maintenance of accurate and complete medical records, preparation, and inventories of pharmeceuticals and controlled substances in accordance with LTBHS procedures. Applicants with experience assisting with surgeries are preferred but excellent customer service skills and a willingness to learn are required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Animal handling, knowledge of or willingness to learn appropriate surgical preparation and monitoring procedures, excellent customer service.
