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About the Role

Assists in the provision of basic care for animals in the shelter by supporting LVT's and veterinarians. Performs initial screening examinations, documents medical findings, and administers medical treatments. Facilitates accurate data entry and photographic documentation. Administers medications, grooms animals, and provides direct assistance to the veterinary team. Ensures basic maintenance tasks are performed to ensure smooth functioning of the department.

Responsibilities

Provide safe and effective restraint for all procedures.
Assist with all aspects of surgery – pre, intra, and postoperatively.
Obtain basic vitals of hospitalized animals when directed and notify veterinarians when outside of the normal parameters.
Understand basic pharmacology including abbreviations, medications, and their purpose, to aid with medicating animals orally and/or topically.
Assist in performing and obtaining diagnostics (radiographs, blood work, cultures, etc.).
Assist in feeding and other basic husbandry care of animals.
Under the direction of a veterinarian, accurately document medical exam findings, vaccinations, medications, surgery information and treatments in Shelter Buddy medical records.
Facilitate transfer of animals from intake or medical areas and into appropriate housing.
Communicate effectively, cordially, and promptly within and outside of the department.
Maintain handling and restraint equipment.
Assist in stocking and maintenance of adequate inventory.
Required to obtain ACC-provided euthanasia certification in order to perform the humane euthanasia of animals when needed.
Implant microchips as needed.
Work cooperatively with ACC volunteers and partners and all departments.
Fear Free certification required within 30 days of hire.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 12 months previous experience working with animals in a veterinary or shelter setting.
Must be willing to apply for certification as a euthanasia technician.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Skills

Basic computer skills
Basic understanding of medical terminology
Fear Free certification

Location

New York City

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

Minimum 12 months experience

Education Level

High school diploma or GED
Some college education preferred

Benefits

Generous paid-time-off (PTO) package (vacation time, birthdays off, personal days, sick pay)
Open access Cigna medical, dental and vision insurance at a low premium
401K and Pension
Life Insurance
On-the-job training for 2-4 weeks
Periodic all staff trainings (safety, DEI, cross training)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

About the Company

ACC is one of the nation’s largest open-admission animal shelters, whose mission is to End Animal Homelessness in NYC.
Touches the lives of nearly 20,000 animals each year.
A resource to the community, always seeking ways to keep the human-animal bond intact.
Has a 90% placement rate, with progressive, life-saving initiatives contributing to successful animal placement.
Strives to find loving homes for homeless and abandoned cats, dogs, guinea pigs and rabbits by adopting animals directly to the public and partnering with over 200 dedicated animal placement organizations.
Helps keep NYC communities safe and rescues animals in need, responding to emergencies and keeping doors open 24/7.
Offers many low-cost services to pets and people in need, including compassionate end-of-life services.