Director of Shelter Animal Behavior
Company: SonicJobs
Location: Brooklyn
Posted on: October 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Summary: Who we are: Have you ever wondered what happens to cats
and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care? We did.
The ASPCA---s Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert
veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people
through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the
most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles.
We help pet owners overcome barriers to care, bringing quality
services directly to the communities that need us most and
partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive
care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect, assisting
pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets--- health
and wellbeing regardless of their financial circumstances. When you
come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated
colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals
we serve. What you---ll do: Help animals in need Our highly skilled
technicians play a crucial role in our program, working as a team
with CM veterinarians and assistants to provide essential services
to the pets and rescue animals that need us most. The ASPCA---s
Community Veterinary Clinic (CVC) offers high-quality, high-volume
spay/neuter (HQHVSN), preventive care and treatment for minor
illnesses and injuries. CM technicians build a wide range of skills
and you---ll use your education and license to its full extent
exclusively concentrating on medical duties, working some days in
spay/neuter surgery and others seeing appointments or assisting
with out-patient procedures. What you---ll get: Work/life
balance:paid vacation time to relax paid sick time to heal three
paid continuing education days and a CE stipend to keep your skills
sharp ten paid holidays to observe plus - paid personal time to
celebrate what and when you like Terrific benefits package:
medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care and
health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous
employer contributions beginning after one year of service,
employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more
(note that benefits are subject to change annually) Room to grow:
the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you
grow as a medical professional and a person Support: we are one of
the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the
world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer
you on Work Schedule This is typically a Monday --- Friday, 8 hour
schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled
work day and Saturdays approximately once per quarter may be
required. Responsibilities: Job Responsibilities include but are
not limited to: Medical (60%) Care for 35-40 cats and dogs per day
in spay/neuter surgery Administer injections including anesthetics,
pain medications, vaccinations and other medications Intubate
animals, place intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture and
administer fluids as needed Monitor vital signs of sedated and
anesthetized patients in pre-operative, operative, and
post-operative phases Provide treatments and supportive care
according to the CM Standard Operating Procedures and as directed
by attending Veterinarian Provide a safe and compassionate
environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients
by using low-stress handling techniques Assist with patient exams,
take medical history, perform diagnostic testing, and prepare
medications to go home with the client/patient Maintain all
necessary controlled substance drug logs and patient records Stay
current in knowledge of emergency drugs and protocols Ensure
anesthetic machines, pulse oximeters, scales, and other equipment
are functional and report equipment that is not working properly
Assist with humane euthanasia in accordance with ASPCA policy and
CM protocols Work with coworkers to clean and disinfect animal
areas, equipment, instruments and facility while utilizing
appropriate personal protective equipment Provide support and
medical services in special cases as needed, including evaluation
of animals living in hoarding situations Customer Service (30%)
Communicate with all clients in a non-judgmental, effective and
professional manner Communicate basic veterinary medical concepts
to clients, including, but not limited to vaccine protocols and
anesthetic risks Explain information provided by the veterinarian
about an animal---s condition to clients Other (10%) Enter medical
information into digital data bases as appropriate Represent ASPCA
in a professional and courteous manner Adhere to all protocols put
forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Follow all written and verbally communicated CM Standard Operating
Procedures Collaborate and foster good communication with ASPCA
colleagues Participate in veterinary/medical training of CM staff,
ASPCA staff and veterinary and technical students by coaching,
discussion, and demonstration Attend staff meetings and training
sessions Perform other duties as assigned Exemplifies the ASPCA---s
Core Values: Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives
of animals Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for
outcomes Believes in Team --- that we are stronger together Seeks
to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible Focuses on Impact,
specifically making change for animals Education: New graduates
welcome Must have graduated from accredited school of veterinary
science technology (2 or 4 year program) or the equivalent as
determined by the New York State Education Department.
Qualifications: Must have current New York State Veterinary
Technician License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of
employment) Surgery/Anesthesia experience preferred Excellent
animal handling skills (cats, dogs) Excellent customer service
skills Experience using a computer and navigating software
applications Ability to lift and carry 40-plus pounds repeatedly
throughout day with assistance Ability to work standing for 8 or
more hours Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions
Strong interest in animal welfare and serving underserved
communities Fear Free-- Veterinary certification is required within
60 days of hire Compensation and Benefits: Starting pay for the
successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including
but not limited to education, training, experience, location,
business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount
for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only,
and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range
based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is
reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and
relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role
is set forth below and may be modified in the future. The target
hiring range for this role is $34.60 --- $37.00 For more
information on our benefits offerings, can be found here. The
Compensation Team will review internal candidates--- current
compensation, to determine if an offer beyond the target hiring
range may be applicable. Stay Connected --- Join Our Talent
Community If you are interested in joining our team but do not see
a position listed that fits your experience or interests, please
click this link and join our Talent Community to stay connected to
future opportunities with the ASPCA. Qualifications: Must be able
to lift and carry 40-plus pounds repeatedly throughout day with
assistance., Must have current New York State Veterinary Technician
License., Must have graduated from accredited school of veterinary
science technology (2 or 4 year program)., Must have strong
interest in animal welfare., Must possess excellent animal handling
skills., Must possess excellent customer service skills., Must
possess the ability to work standing for 8-plus hours, Must speak
fluent English. Bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish)
preferred., Surgery/Anesthesia experience preferred Licensed
Veterinary Technician - American Association of Veterinary State
BoardsLanguage: English (Required), SpanishEducation and Work
Experience: Associates: Veterinary Technician (Required), Bachelors
Our EEO Policy: The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex,
national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression,
age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual
orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants
with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation
under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain
state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the
ASPCA---s standard application process, which will ensure an equal
employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the
ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA---s People Team if you need an
accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise
participate in the application process. Individuals seeking
employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed,
religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity
or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship
status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information,
military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or
ordinances. ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V). About
Us: The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are
entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be
protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation
with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is
committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm
animals throughout the United States. The ASPCA is headquartered in
New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital,
spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care
clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty,
kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary
centers. The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend
nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground
disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation,
animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the
advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through
research, training, and resources. At the ASPCA, we are committed
to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we
welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our
staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity
dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and
perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually
do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our
staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country
who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity,
equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our
organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us
to move further and faster toward the ASPCA---s vision --- that all
animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws,
and free from cruelty, pain and suffering. Applicants that are
residents of Colorado: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058, we cannot
generally request or require any age-related information (i.e.,
age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational
institution) on an initial employment application; this includes
any age-related inquiries in the initial interview. We are
permitted to require/request additional application materials; if
those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant
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