Shelter Lead Vet Assistant / Tech
Maui Humane Society•Wailuku, HI
•$25 - $33
About The Position
Maui Humane Society is an open-admissions animal shelter caring for cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles, and other animals. The Shelter Lead works in the Veterinary Department and oversees medical care for shelter animals, leading the team through rounds, treatment, diagnostics, and disease and isolation management. The role also partners with the Surgery Lead to coordinate shelter animals for spay/neuter and other needed surgeries.
Requirements
- Experience as a veterinary assistant or technician.
- Background in small animal medicine and surgery.
- Familiarity with animal diseases and behavior.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with shelter software such as PetPoint.
- Open-intake shelter or emergency-room experience.
- HQHVSN experience.
- Fear Free Certification.
- Veterinary Technician certification or licensing.
- Supervisory experience; animal welfare experience is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Oversee medical care for animals in the shelter.
- Lead the team through rounds, treatment, and diagnostics.
- Manage disease and isolation care.
- Partner with the Surgery Lead to coordinate shelter animals for spay/neuter and other needed surgeries.
Benefits
- Medical benefits at no cost to the employee.
- Dental and vision benefits at low cost.
- Flexible spending account (FSA).
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility.
- Performance pay raises.
- Regular supportive feedback.
- Career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
