Senior Animal Behavior Consultant
Company: SonicJobs
Location: Bronx
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Please make sure to attach your resume to complete your
application. Summary: Who we are: Have you ever wondered what
happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford
veterinary care? We did. The ASPCA's Community Medicine (CM) team
provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals
and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary
clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York,
Miami, and Los Angeles. We help pet owners overcome barriers to
care, bringing quality services directly to the communities that
need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic
and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and
respect, assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about
their pets' health and wellbeing regardless of their financial
circumstances. When you come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team
of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and
passion for the animals we serve. What you'll do: Help animals in
need! Our highly skilled technicians play a crucial role in our
program, working as a team with CM veterinarians and assistants to
provide essential services to the pets and rescue animals that need
us most. The ASPCA's Community Veterinary Clinic (CVC) offers
high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN), preventive care and
treatment for minor illnesses and injuries. CM technicians build a
wide range of skills and you'll use your education and license to
its full extent exclusively concentrating on medical duties,
working some days in spay/neuter surgery and others seeing
appointments or assisting with out-patient procedures. What you'll
get: Work/life balance:paid vacation time to relax paid sick time
to heal three paid continuing education days and a CE stipend to
keep your skills sharp ten paid holidays to observe plus - paid
personal time to celebrate what and when you like Terrific benefits
package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent
care and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with
generous employer contributions beginning after one year of
service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and
more (note that benefits are subject to change annually) Room to
grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to
help you grow as a medical professional and a person Support: we
are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare
organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team
to lean on and cheer you on Work Schedule This is typically a
Monday - Friday, 8 hour schedule with flexibility to work
occasionally beyond the scheduled work day and Saturdays
approximately once per quarter may be required. Responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Medical (60%)
Care for 35-40 cats and dogs per day in spay/neuter surgery
Administer injections including anesthetics, pain medications,
vaccinations and other medications Intubate animals, place
intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture and administer fluids
as needed Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients
in pre-operative, operative, and post-operative phases Provide
treatments and supportive care according to the CM Standard
Operating Procedures and as directed by attending Veterinarian
Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our
care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling
techniques Assist with patient exams, take medical history, perform
diagnostic testing, and prepare medications to go home with the
client/patient Maintain all necessary controlled substance drug
logs and patient records Stay current in knowledge of emergency
drugs and protocols Ensure anesthetic machines, pulse oximeters,
scales, and other equipment are functional and report equipment
that is not working properly Assist with humane euthanasia in
accordance with ASPCA policy and CM protocols Work with coworkers
to clean and disinfect animal areas, equipment, instruments and
facility while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment
Provide support and medical services in special cases as needed,
including evaluation of animals living in hoarding situations
Customer Service (30%) Communicate with all clients in a
non-judgmental, effective and professional manner Communicate basic
veterinary medical concepts to clients, including, but not limited
to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks Explain information
provided by the veterinarian about an animal's condition to clients
Other (10%) Enter medical information into digital data bases as
appropriate Represent ASPCA in a professional and courteous manner
Adhere to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) Follow all written and verbally communicated
CM Standard Operating Procedures Collaborate and foster good
communication with ASPCA colleagues Participate in
veterinary/medical training of CM staff, ASPCA staff and veterinary
and technical students by coaching, discussion, and demonstration
Attend staff meetings and training sessions Perform other duties as
assigned Exemplifies the ASPCA's Core Values: Has Commitment and
dedication to improving the lives of animals Demonstrates Ownership
and feels responsible for outcomes Believes in Team - that we are
stronger together Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is
possible Focuses on Impact, specifically making change for animals
Education: New graduates welcome! Must have graduated from
accredited school of veterinary science technology (2 or 4 year
program) or the equivalent as determined by the New York State
Education Department. Qualifications: Must have current New York
State Veterinary Technician License (or ability to obtain within 30
days of employment) Surgery/Anesthesia experience preferred
Excellent animal handling skills (cats, dogs) Excellent customer
service skills Experience using a computer and navigating software
applications Ability to lift and carry 40-plus pounds repeatedly
throughout day with assistance Ability to work standing for 8 or
more hours Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions
Strong interest in animal welfare and serving underserved
communities Fear Free - Veterinary certification is required within
60 days of hire Compensation and Benefits: Starting pay for the
successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including
but not limited to education, training, experience, location,
business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount
for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only,
and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range
based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is
reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and
relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role
is set forth below and may be modified in the future. The target
hiring range for this role is $34.60 - $37.00 The Compensation Team
will review internal candidates' current compensation, to determine
if an offer beyond the target hiring range may be applicable. Stay
Connected - Join Our Talent Community If you are interested in
joining our team but do not see a position listed that fits your
experience or interests, please click this link and join our Talent
Community to stay connected to future opportunities with the ASPCA.
Qualifications: Must be able to lift and carry 40-plus pounds
repeatedly throughout day with assistance., Must have current New
York State Veterinary Technician License., Must have graduated from
accredited school of veterinary science technology (2 or 4 year
program)., Must have strong interest in animal welfare., Must
possess excellent animal handling skills., Must possess excellent
customer service skills., Must possess the ability to work standing
for 8-plus hours, Must speak fluent English. Bilingual (fluent in
English and Spanish) preferred., Surgery/Anesthesia experience
preferred Licensed Veterinary Technician - New York State Education
DepartmentLanguage: English (Required), SpanishEducation and Work
Experience: Associates (Required), Bachelors Our EEO Policy: The
ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry,
gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic
partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability,
genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local
laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may
be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the
Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A
reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA's standard
application process, which will ensure an equal employment
opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please
inform the ASPCA's People Team if you need an accommodation in
order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the
application process. Individuals seeking employment are considered
without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national
origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age,
marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual
orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. ASPCA is
an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V). Please don't forget to
attach your resume to complete your application. About Us: The
ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled
to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected
under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more
than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to
preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals
throughout the United States. The ASPCA is headquartered in New
York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital,
spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care
clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty,
kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary
centers. The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend
nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground
disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation,
animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the
advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through
research, training, and resources. At the ASPCA, we are committed
to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we
welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our
staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity
dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and
perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually
do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our
staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country
who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity,
equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our
organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us
to move further and faster toward the ASPCA's vision - that all
animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws,
and free from cruelty, pain and suffering. Applicants that are
residents of Colorado: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058, we cannot
generally request or require any age-related information (i.e.,
age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational
institution) on an initial employment application; this includes
any age-related inquiries in the initial interview. We are
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those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant
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