Clinic Recovery Volunteer

Description:
Volunteers in this role will work closely with veterinary staff to monitor patients during the recovery process after surgery and assist with clinic cleaning and organization. As this is not an easy position for everyone, we will schedule those accepted for a shadow shift to make sure it’s a good fit. Veterinary technicians and assistants are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities:

Moving patients from the operating room to recovery cages
Extubating recovery patients and ensuring they are warm, safe, and comfortable
Monitoring/comforting patients before and after surgery and alerting veterinary staff with any concerns
Feeding animals after surgery
Cleaning animal kennels that may have urine, feces, vomit, or blood present
Assisting with housekeeping duties such as laundry and clinic organization

Qualities/Skills:

Veterinary technician or assistant experience preferred but not required
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to meet the physical demands of this role, which require variable amounts of standing, walking, bending, reaching, and stooping
Able to lift, push, pull or carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs
As this role requires frequent verbal and written communication, applicants must be fluent in English

Requirements:

Attendance of a shadow shift, volunteer orientation and onsite training
Applicants must be 18 or older
Weekly four hour shift on a set day for a minimum of six months
Reliable transportation

Shift Timing:

Monday through Friday: 8:30am-12:30pm
Clinic Recovery takes place only at the above time, so please ensure your availability before applying to this particular role.

Available Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays
Subject to change depending on existing coverage.

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