Veterinary Assistant Full-Time

Humane Society for Southwest Washington•Vancouver, WA

9d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Humane Society for Southwest Washington is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This is a temporary full-time position. HSSW is the largest and most innovative animal welfare organization in the region, serving over 10,000 animals annually through its shelter campuses and community-based programs. They aim to keep pets and people together by expanding access to affordable veterinary care, spay/neuter services, training, and support. HSSW also operates ReTails Thrift Store, which provides vital funding for their mission. The organization fosters an innovative, high-energy culture where employees can make a real difference in animal welfare. HSSW has been recognized as Best Non-Profit for two consecutive years.

Requirements

Competent in monitoring anesthesia and assisting surgeon.
Effective organization skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively as a team.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a demanding environment.
Display compassion and confidence when communicating with the public, staff, and volunteers.
Meticulous with the ability to maintain and organize written and computerized records.
Promote, and follow safety guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
Display initiative and exercise good judgment.
Exercise good judgment when working with the public, volunteers, workforce partners and staff.
Committed to maintaining the integrity of the HSSW’s mission and adoption program and the importance of Spay/Neuter to end pet overpopulation.
Adheres to agency policies and procedures, providing a positive example/role model for other employees.
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude, displaying excellent people skills and high degree of emotional intelligence.
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position.
Meets department productivity standards.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in lab work and radiology.
High level of skill in Shelter Buddy, able to run reports and complete data entry.
Fill prescriptions.
Make decisions and solve problems independently.
CPR trained.
Able to become Registered Medication Clerk.
Perform euthanasia of selected animals with compassion and participate in Euthanasia Technician training.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily pre- and post-op care of surgical patients and disease control protocols.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and functioning prep and surgery room.
Clean and maintain surgical instruments; prepare surgical packs.
Restrain animals for exams and anesthetic induction; assist in surgical prep.
Assist Licensed Veterinary Technician and Surgeons.
Enter surgery records into database; maintain paperwork.
Clean and disinfect tables, floors, cages, and surgery equipment.
Monitor, treat, and medicate all animals under veterinary care.
Assist Veterinarian in examinations, treatments, diagnostics, and other duties.
Input data into Shelter Buddy regarding exams, medications, and treatments.
Demonstrate and teach technical skills and proper sanitation protocols and procedures to other staff members of HSSW who participate in animal care.
Clean and maintain areas of shelter clinic.
Assist with inventory and order supplies.
Promote a safe working environment and follow safety protocols.
Maintain equipment in good working condition.
Educate clients on pre- and post-surgical care of their animals.
Integrate with volunteers and workforce partners, taking an active role in their training, safety, performance, and job satisfaction.
Respond to inquiries and concerns from Foster Care providers and volunteers, schedule, and assist with appointments.
Attend continuing education and perform other duties and special projects.
Provide training to staff/volunteers on disease control standards, shelter medicine protocols, and foster care guidelines.
Provide advice and resources on HSSW programs and other animal welfare-related topics.
Provide orientation and training to veterinary students, veterinary assistants, and interns.
Proficient in lab work and radiology.
High level of skill in Shelter Buddy, able to run reports and complete data entry.
Fill prescriptions.
Make decisions and solve problems independently.
CPR trained.
Able to become Registered Medication Clerk.
Perform euthanasia of selected animals with compassion and participate in Euthanasia Technician training.

Benefits

Health insurance effective the first of the month following hire (full-time employees).
Dental and vision insurance effective the first of the month following hire.
Matching percentage 401(k) retirement plan beginning the first month after hire, with a 3-year graded vesting schedule and ROTH contribution option.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to all employees and household members.
Section 125 FSA Cafeteria Plan for out-of-pocket health and/or dependent day care expenses.
Access to affordable life, disability, and accidental supplemental insurance.
Numerous employee discounts and discounts with partner organizations.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer.
Floating Holidays (full-time employees).
Bereavement leave.
Pet bereavement leave.