Veterinary Assistant

ACC values work/life balance and offers a generous paid-time-off (PTO) package that includes vacation time, birthdays off, personal days and sick pay.

We also value physical and mental health by offering a great open access Cigna medical, dental and vision insurance at a low premium to our employees as well as 401K and Pension, Life Insurance.

We also have on-the-job training for 2-4 weeks, periodic all staff trainings to include safety, DEI, cross training, and other growth opportunities.

Because ACC is a nonprofit, employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness, cancellation, and/or consolidation under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF).

Created under the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, PSLF allows borrowers who work full time for nonprofits and government agencies to have their outstanding debt forgiven tax-free on Federal Direct Loans, after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.

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• 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 medicate 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.

• Some college education preferred.
• Good written and oral communication skills and basic computer skills, including a basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Dependable, reliable, and efficient.

At ACC it's all hands-on deck.

We work together as a team, which means you may be asked to help with tasks that involve working outside in all sorts of weather.

As a busy animal shelter in one of the biggest cities in the world it can get noisy inside.

Employees should have the ability to remain calm yet professional in stressful situations involving animals and/or members of the public.

ACC houses hundreds of animals in its facilities at any given time and with that comes fur, odors and other airborne particles in abundance.

ACC offers many low-cost services to pets and people in need.

This includes compassionate end-of-life services for people who cannot afford to go to a private veterinary office but still want to provide a professional and peaceful transition for their beloved pet.

This position is based within the medical department at a specific ACC location but flexibility to work at other locations may occasionally be required.

Overtime: This is a non-union position and is eligible for overtime.