Emergency Animal Medical Technician

Arizona Humane Society • Phoenix, AZ

35d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a dedicated EAMT to join our Field team at our South Mountain Campus and work a 4 10 hour shift schedule that will include weekend days. If you are a talented medical technician who is passionate about executing excellent customer service to our community members and animals please continue to read more now.

Requirements

• High school diploma OR GED.
• Successful completion of an EAMT assessment with a passing score of 75% or greater within six months of start date.
• Successful completion of the Physical Assessment test will be required annually to maintain employment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be 21 years old.
• Must have an acceptable driving record and ability to pass drug and background screening to be insured as an AHS driver.
• Must be a highly organized individual and possess good public relations and customer service skills.
• Must be able to pass the EAMT training curriculum and physical agility test.
• Pre-employment background check required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and background screening.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as Humane Officer, Animal Control Officer, Police Officer, or Military Police preferred.
• Shelter experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of Arizona Revised Statute Title 13, and animal-related portions of Titles 3 and 11.

Responsibilities

• Providing rescue services and medical care to animals in illness, traumatic or cruelty situations.
• Assisting other emergency agencies by performing a range of tasks including complex animal rescues, cruelty investigations, evidence collection at suspected crime scenes as well as medical stabilization and transport of animals in distress.
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency calls to pick up and transport sick and injured stray animals.
• Performing physical exams, triage and stabilizing animals that have been involved in traumatic situations.
• Safely performing complex rescues of animals stuck in life threatening situations such as in attics, walls, engines, drains, canals, and trees.
• Administering treatment to injured or ill animals in the field.
• Performing behavior assessments on scene with appropriate use of restraint with an emphasis on soft handling techniques whenever possible.
• Extensive documentation of case history, behavior observations and medical assessments in shelter software.
• Responding to, investigating and following up on animal cruelty complaints.
• Collecting evidence, taking photographs, scanning in relevant records and providing thorough documentation in shelter software.
• Preparing formal reports for police departments and prosecutors.
• Testifying in court for civil seizure and criminal proceedings.
• Maintaining clean (in/out) vehicles; restocking supplies as needed.
• Representing the mission and vision of AHS with the public, donors, volunteers, and medical personnel at the shelter and events as required.
• Training new Field staff on proper procedures and company guidelines.
• Completing investigator training as required, including continuing education and certifications.
• Cross-training in Field Dispatch, assisting the dispatch team as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED