What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Shelter Intake Technician position at Companion Animal Alliance?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Intake Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the intake of various animals, ensuring their health and well-being in a safe and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in animal handling and a passion for working with animals, including dogs, cats, equines, and other pets.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
- Contributes to the health care of animals and the analysis of animal disease by assisting with all medical aspects of the intake process
- Assists the veterinarians and veterinary students with intake examination, treatments, diagnostics, and documentation as laid out in SOPs
- Scans animals for microchip and examine for any other signs of ownership; if signs of ownership are found, document findings and change stage appropriately to notify client services department
- Route animals appropriately into animal housing based on assigned stage
- Assists with grant-specific requirements by taking pictures of students on rotation
- Administers treatments to animals being made available for adoption
- Contributes to the administration of scheduled medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
- Keeps the intake exam rooms clean, organized and disinfected
- Inputs medicals as instructed by a veterinarian
- Obtain samples for and perform diagnostic tests (fecals, heartworm tests, FeLV/ FIV tests)
Join us in making a difference in the lives of animals while working in a fulfilling environment that values compassion and teamwork!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12
