Animal Care Assistant

FieldHaven Feline Center

Job Description

Why You’ll Love Working at FieldHaven!

Ready to take your animal care career to the next level while helping save the lives of cats in need? At FieldHaven Feline Center, you’re not just joining a team—you’re becoming part of a mission. We’re a progressive, nonprofit organization located on a stunning horse ranch, where your passion for animal care and your career can thrive together.

What We Offer:
Hands-On Experience: Get practical training in feline care, surgery, and animal welfare.
CPR Training: Not just for animals, but for humans too! We make sure our team is prepared for any emergency.
DEI Training: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Snack Bar: Keep your energy up during the day with our fully stocked snack bar.
Tuition Reimbursement & Education: Dreaming of becoming an RVT or advancing your skills? We support your educational journey with tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
Gorgeous Workplace: Our facility is located on a 10-acre horse ranch—so, yes, your office views will be stunning.

Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate in coordinating animal care and welfare activities, prioritizing the physical and mental well-being of all cats within our care.
Work closely under the supervision of our shelter management team to assist in examinations and administer treatments, medications, and vaccinations as directed.
Monitor the health of all shelter cats and promptly address and relay any concerns to the supervising staff.
Proficiently manage intakes to the shelter and adhere to current protocols for parasite control, vaccinations, and other necessary treatments.
Schedule and organize veterinary care for shelter animals, including rechecks and preventive measures, including vaccinations, as needed.
Support the Shelter Management team by assisting with appointments and treatments as outlined in our protocols for animals in foster home care.
Collaborate with the shelter Management and Adoption teams to facilitate the successful adoption of our feline residents.
Maintain meticulous and accurate medical records, ensuring the proper placement of other relevant medical records received, such as SNAP data, Hathaway Clinic data, laboratory results data, etc.
Undertake any additional duties or tasks as directed by your supervisor.
Occasionally participate in outreach or community events as required.

Requirements:
A minimum of one year of experience working in an animal care environment is preferred.
Proficiency in handling cats and administering medications, treatments, and vaccines.
Exceptional communication and organizational skills, with a high level of maturity and decision-making ability.
Self-motivated with the capability to maintain workflow despite interruptions or a fast-paced work environment.
Competency in using personal computers, including MS Word, MS Excel, and shelter database software.
Skilled in writing routine reports and correspondence.
Reliable transportation to and from the workplace.
Perks Beyond the Job
A supportive team environment where your ideas and passions matter.
Opportunities to work in community outreach and make a lasting impact on both animals and people.
Flexible hours—whether you’re looking for part-time or full-time, we’ve got options for you!

Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the place for you, send your resume and cover letter to employeesuccess@fieldhaven.com. We’re excited to welcome someone who shares our passion for saving lives and creating a better future for pets and their people.

At FieldHaven Feline Center, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative team. We can’t wait to meet you!

This position is based at FieldHaven’s shelter in Lincoln, CA, and reports to the Animal Care Supervisor and Executive Director.

How to Apply: Send a copy of your resume and cover letter to employeesuccess@fieldhaven.com. This position will remain open until filled.

FieldHaven does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include but are not limited to, hiring and terminating staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

This is a full time job