Description:
This is a great opportunity for people interested in what goes on behind-the scenes of a veterinary clinic, and those interested in pursuing careers in the veterinary field. Clinic experience is helpful but not necessary. Clinic Support volunteers assist with sterilizing instruments, cleaning kennels after animals have been discharged, washing floors, and other housekeeping duties in the clinic. There is no animal handling involved in this position. This position will not provide training for skills such as intubation, blood draws, anesthesia, or monitoring animals in recovery.
Responsibilities:
- Sterilizing used instruments
- Creating sterile instrument packs to be ready for future surgeries
- Cleaning kennels and resetting them for future patients
- Sweeping and mopping floors
- Cleaning surfaces after surgery
- Miscellaneous additional support tasks as requested by staff
Qualities/Skills:
- Ability to work well in a small, busy area
- Ability to work independently and with other volunteers
- Excellent attention to detail
- The ability to act fast and follow staff directives in emergency situations
- You must be able to remain active for your entire shift, which will involve standing, using a stepladder, crouching, reaching, and lifting.
- Applicants should be capable of being in close proximity to surgeries and animals in process of recovering from anesthesia.
Requirements:
- Attendance at a virtual orientation
- On-the-job training
Time Commitment:
- One weekly four hour shift on a set day and time.
- Shifts currently available for this position are Monday 1pm-5pm, Wednesday 1pm-5pm, and Saturday 1pm-5pm. We are only able to accept applications for those with matching availability.
- Minimum of 4 consecutive months. Longer commitments welcome!
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