Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Feral Cat Coalition - Experienced Clinic Assistant

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Job Description:

Role: Contribute to animal welfare and decrease feral cat populations in San Diego and surrounding communities by supporting weekly spay/neuter medical clinics.

Feral Cat Coalition: Since 1992, Feral Cat Coalition has provided over 80,000 spay and neuter procedures to cats throughout our communities. We see anywhere from 30–70 cats per clinic, with a majority being feral or stray cats. We also provide low-cost services for rescues and owned pets. Our staff finds fulfillment knowing they have helped change the lives of every cat who comes through our doors.

Location: Feral Cat Coalition Spay & Neuter Clinic in La Mesa, CA

Responsibilities:

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be open to cross-training and rotating stations. Duties require a good deal of hand movement and strength
• Depending on your station for the day, you must be able to:
• Physically administer 100–300 injections per day, or
• Shave the surgical sites of 30–60 cats per day, or
• Express the bladders of 30–60 cats per day, or
• Monitor patient vitals during surgery
• Proficient in routine medical procedures such as blood draws, vaccine administration, surgical monitoring, ear cytology preparation, and microscope use
• Set up and break down/clean the facility for spay/neuter clinics, including the surgery room
• Experience with surgical equipment and machines preferred
• Provide food, kennel cleaning, and enrichment for cats in temporary boarding care
• Clean, wrap, and autoclave surgical packs
• Maintain medical paperwork
• Demonstrate professional communication
• Ability to thrive in a team and complete tasks independently
• Comply with medical and safety standard operating procedures
• Maintain a customer service attitude and inclusive nature toward team members, volunteers, clients, and the public
• Contribute to an educational environment

Hours and Compensation:

• This is a part-time position starting at $20.50–$23.50 per hour. The rate is determined by education and experience, with the highest level reserved for highly skilled candidates
• We are looking for an employee to work 3 days per week. Must be available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Requirements:

• Customer service attitude
• Willing and eager to learn, take direction, and mentor others
• Able to safely lift 40 pounds
• Detail-oriented
• Understanding that this role requires direct contact with felines, including feral/community cats
• Demonstrate consistent attendance and punctuality
• Communicate positively and effectively with coworkers, clients, and volunteers
• Comply with all standard operating procedures and safety protocols outlined in the Employee Manual, handbook, and other training documentation
• 1 year of experience working in the animal medical field required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be willing to complete euthanasia certification after 1 year of employment with Feral Cat Coalition and perform humane euthanasia services when needed

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in emergency care such as intubation, IV catheter placement and CPR
• Bilingual in Spanish

Communications:

• Attend one staff meeting per month (usually on a clinic day)
• Check group or work emails 1–2 times per week
• Stay up to date on issues if a meeting is missed
• Follow all communication protocols listed in the Employee Manual
• Ability to communicate with staff members, board members, volunteers, and partner organizations

Employee Pet Benefits (available after 90 days of employment):

• Free feline vaccines and flea treatment
• Free basic bloodwork for up to two pets per year
• 50% discount on additional pets or more detailed lab work
• Free spay/neuter services
• Free pet exams and 50% off treatments and services

Please send a cover letter with a little about yourself and your experience related to this job posting. If an interview is scheduled, we may ask for references.

Pay: $20.50 - $23.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Are you available every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday?
• Have you worked in an animal medical setting for at least 1 year?

Work Location: In person