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Licensed Veterinary Technician
Location | Manhattan, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Assist in the provision of medical and surgical care of animals in the shelter. Manages treatment plan of hospitalized patients, performs diagnostics (x-ray, in-house laboratory) and obtains sampling (blood, swabbing), administers medications via all routes, and leads the surgery team. Must be a self-starter with the ability to think critically in order to be a stakeholder in the patients’ treatment plans. Works well independently but as part of a team to ensure timely, quality medical care for all animals in the shelter. This position is based within the medical department at a specific ACC location but flexibility to work at other locations may occasionally be required. Licensed Veterinary Technician
Location | Queens, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Assist in the provision of medical and surgical care of animals in the shelter. Manages treatment plan of hospitalized patients, performs diagnostics (x-ray, in-house laboratory) and obtains sampling (blood, swabbing), administers medications via all routes, and leads the surgery team. Must be a self-starter with the ability to think critically in order to be a stakeholder in the patients’ treatment plans. Works well independently but as part of a team to ensure timely, quality medical care for all animals in the shelter. This position is based within the medical department at a specific ACC location but flexibility to work at other locations may occasionally be required. Admissions Counselor - Spanish Speaking
Location | Queens, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Admissions Counselor is a key member of the ACC team, ensuring that animals entering our centers are set up for the best possible outcomes from the very first interaction. By providing safe, supportive environments free of judgment, the Admissions Counselor allows owners and finders of animals to seek assistance without fear or embarrassment. The Admissions Counselor spends time with each client working to understand the true nature of the situation and provides appropriate resources ranging from surrender prevention options, alternatives to shelter relinquishment, and acceptance of the animal into our programs. ACC never turns away an animal, but we do seek to work collaboratively with each client to ensure their animal has the best opportunities provided to them. For animals entering the centers, the Admissions Counselor helps determine placement pathways by documenting key information about the animal’s history, known behavior, and habits. They take great, flattering photos of each pet, and communicate with a variety of departments to ensure everyone has what they need to help our animals succeed. Admissions Counselor - Spanish Speaking
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Admissions Counselor is a key member of the ACC team, ensuring that animals entering our centers are set up for the best possible outcomes from the very first interaction. By providing safe, supportive environments free of judgment, the Admissions Counselor allows owners and finders of animals to seek assistance without fear or embarrassment. The Admissions Counselor spends time with each client working to understand the true nature of the situation and provides appropriate resources ranging from surrender prevention options, alternatives to shelter relinquishment, and acceptance of the animal into our programs. ACC never turns away an animal, but we do seek to work collaboratively with each client to ensure their animal has the best opportunities provided to them. For animals entering the centers, the Admissions Counselor helps determine placement pathways by documenting key information about the animal’s history, known behavior, and habits. They take great, flattering photos of each pet, and communicate with a variety of departments to ensure everyone has what they need to help our animals succeed. Admissions Counselor - Spanish Speaking
Location | Bronx, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Admissions Counselor is a key member of the ACC team, ensuring that animals entering our centers are set up for the best possible outcomes from the very first interaction. By providing safe, supportive environments free of judgment, the Admissions Counselor allows owners and finders of animals to seek assistance without fear or embarrassment. The Admissions Counselor spends time with each client working to understand the true nature of the situation and provides appropriate resources ranging from surrender prevention options, alternatives to shelter relinquishment, and acceptance of the animal into our programs. ACC never turns away an animal, but we do seek to work collaboratively with each client to ensure their animal has the best opportunities provided to them. For animals entering the centers, the Admissions Counselor helps determine placement pathways by documenting key information about the animal’s history, known behavior, and habits. They take great, flattering photos of each pet, and communicate with a variety of departments to ensure everyone has what they need to help our animals succeed. Licensed Veterinary Technician – Surgery and Dentistry Only
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Support the provision of surgical and dental care for animals by assisting veterinarians with all aspects of surgery, including pre-operative preparation, anesthesia, intra-operative monitoring, and post-operative recovery. This position focuses exclusively on surgical cases, requiring previous surgical and anesthesia experience. High-volume surgery experience is preferred. This position sets the speed, tone, and flow of the surgical team, ensuring efficiency and cohesion during every procedure. This part-time role involves set 10-hour shifts that does not rotate or include weekend shifts. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, capable of critical thinking and working collaboratively with the surgery team to ensure the highest standard of care for every patient. -
Location | Concord, North Carolina
Cabarrus County Animal Shelter
Responsible for overseeing adoption services, and developing, implementing and coordinating animal transfer and foster activities within the Cabarrus County Animal Shelter. -
Location | Rochester, New York
City of Rochester
This is a technical position with responsibility for planning and implementing the shelter medicine procedures and policies for the City of Rochester, such as: spay/neuter program, vaccination protocols, cleaning and disinfecting protocols, and treatment protocols for sick and injured animals. General direction is received from the Director of Animal Services with regard to department policies and priorities. Wide latitude is allowed in the use of independent judgment in the performance of duties particularly in development of internal animal care procedures. Related work is performed as required. -
Location | Louisville, Kentucky
Alley Cat Advocates
The Veterinary Medical Director supports the work done in the Spay/Neuter Clinic, the Further Care Needed (hospital) wing, and the Color Me Special Suite (hospice/special needs) by directing and managing medical cases in conjunction with the Clinic Director, Spay/Neuter Veterinarian, and Executive Director. This position assists in developing, advancing, and implementing veterinary medicine protocols to deliver and ensure best practice medical treatment of all cats in our facility, whose number ranges from 15 to 40 at any one time. Occasionally, the person in this position will be called upon to perform surgical procedures that fall outside the scope of our Spay/Neuter Veterinarian. Temp Animal Welfare Specialist - Boston Shelter
Location | Boston, Massachusetts
MSPCA-Angell
MSPCA-Angell is looking for a temporary full-time Animal Welfare Specialist. The position will require working some weekend days. Anticipated length of assignment is 3-5 months. -
Location | Fairfax County, Virginia
Fairfax County Animal Services
Fairfax County Animal Services is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking leader to join us as the Animal Care Manager for the Michael R. Frey Campus on West Ox Road in Fairfax, VA. If you're passionate about advancing animal welfare through innovative programs, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have experience leading and developing dedicated animal care teams, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join us in supporting the well-being of pets and the community we serve and be part of an exciting period of growth at the shelter. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on both animals and their families, we want to hear from you! -
Location | Little Rock, Arkansas
Humane Society of Pulaski County
The Humane Society of Pulaski County (HSPC) is seeking a highly motivated, process and procedure-oriented manager committed to the mission, values, goals, and success of HSPC to oversee the daily operations of our animal shelter. HSPC is a well-established non-profit animal rescue organization. We maintain a private, no-kill shelter that is supported solely by donations, fundraisers, bequests, and grants. The Shelter Director will ensure the well-being of all animals in our care, manage staff, and maintain a clean, compassionate, and safe environment. This role requires strong leadership skills, a passion for animal welfare, an ability to interact with the public on various concerns, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. -
Location | Murray , Utah
Humane Society of Utah
Humane Society of Utah is seeking a behavior coordinator (more...) -
Location | New Hope, Pennsylvania
Bucks County SPCA
The Bucks County SPCA (BCSPCA) in Southeastern Pennsylvania is searching for a Director of Shelter Medicine. The BCSPCA operates two managed-intake shelters with well-equipped clinics in beautiful historic Bucks County. Our current medical team includes a full-time veterinarian, technicians, a client services coordinator and assistants. -
Location | Redmond, Oregon
BrightSide Animal Center
Brightside Animal Center is seeking a shelter veterinarian to lead and provide high-quality shelter medicine and surgery (more...) Canine Welfare Neonatal Manager
Location | San Rafael, California
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Guide Dogs for the Blind is seeking a canine welfare neonatal manager (more...) Director of Community Programs
Location | Kansas City, Missouri
KC Pet Project
This Director of Community Programs is responsible for the development and management of the community programs at KC Pet Project. This programming will encompass the Pet Support Center, call center, pet retention programs, and other related program expansion areas related to engaging community members and supporting pet owners. The ideal candidate would have a social services background and be forward-thinking, solution-oriented, and data-driven while embracing our “Solutions, Not Excuses” motto at KC Pet Project. -
Location | California, Maryland
St. Mary's County Government
A key member of our shelter team, our Clinic & Shelter Veterinarian will support the medical needs of our shelter animals. The hourly veterinarian will work with the Animal Shelter Division Manager in the operations, goals, and objectives. The hourly veterinarian will hold a leadership role within the shelter with the staff who help with the delivery of veterinarian services. This position requires someone who is passionate about providing high-quality care, maintaining a positive culture of teamwork, and providing exceptional client services to both pets & people. The hourly veterinarian will be responsible for medical examinations, sterilization services, vaccinations, medical procedures, review and approval of shelter protocols, consultations, training, recordkeeping, and providing staff and client support. -
Location | Las Vegas, Nevada
Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions
Homeward Bound Cat Adoptions is seeking a development manager (more...) -
Location | Evans, Colorado
NOCO Humane
NOCO Humane is seeking an animal shelter supervisor (more...) -
Location | Evans, Colorado
NOCO Humane
NOCO Humane is seeking a shelter veterinarian (more...) -
Location | Evans, Colorado
NOCO Humane
NOCO Humane is seeking a veterinary technician (more...) -
Location | Evans, Colorado
NOCO Humane
NOCO Humane is seeking a veterinary services manager (more...) -
Location | Evans, Colorado
NOCO Humane
NOCO Humane is seeking an animal shelter manager (more...)
