Job Summary

The Admissions Associate is responsible to provide all animals in assigned area with exercise, attention, affection, feeding, watering, mental stimulation and grooming. Administer wellness examinations for all incoming animals, to include vaccinations, medical tests, and preventative care. All job duties are supportive of Providence Animal Center's mission in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures, and with the safety of people and animals at the forefront of all activities. This job description should be taken as a general description of the responsibilities of the position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Accountability: This position reports to the Admissions Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain animal housing, bedding, food/water dishes, and trash removal in assigned area to include Cattery, Cat Holding, Dog Holding, Nursery, and Puppy Holding rooms
• Administer wellness exams to all incoming animals. Wellness exams include necessary vaccinations and preventative care. Perform basic medical tasks such as nail trims, ear cleaning, drawing blood for feline combo testing and canine heartworm testing, microchipping, blacklighting, and skin scrapes
• Monitor health status of all animals in assigned area(s), writing vet request slips and/or reporting any pressing concerns to your immediate supervisor and/or staff veterinarian for evaluation in a timely fashion
• Accurately record and enter all medical information including exam, vaccines, medications, tests and results on the kennel card and into the adoptions database
• Cover Cattery Adoptions Associate lunch breaks. See Cattery Adoptions Associate Job Description
• Assist with feline socialization and behavioral modification; record progress updates as appropriate
• Perform and/or assist with testing of cats and dogs for feline friendliness
• Follow guidelines to ensure that animal holding areas include appropriate music and/or auditory stimulation for shelter animals
• Maintain clear communication with direct manager in regards to supply needs and departmental maintenance issues.
• Follow safety and sanitation protocols and procedures
• Maintain a safe and clean admissions area and assist with general center upkeep as needed, to include donation removal, moving and/or organizing various supplies/ deliveries, and maintaining outdoor kennel/play areas
• Participates in Providence Animal Center events as needed or required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of basic dog and cat physiology, anatomy and behavior as it relates to understanding the general health of animals.
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology. Ability to interpret and effectively communicate information in the medical record to determine overall health, vaccination status, and veterinary care needs
• Ability to restrain cats and dogs, of any size, including fractious animals and the use of safety equipment and alternate handling methods
• Ability to learn and effectively communicate behavioral and medical information about the animals
• Ability to read canine and feline body language and respond accordingly
• Basic computer skills; ability to learn adoptions software.
• Knowledge of safety precautions, and safety regulations related to effective animal care, maintaining sanitary conditions and overall health of shelter animals, and other work related precautions.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Must have a genuine interest in the work, programs, and mission of Providence Animal Center

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Animal shelter; subject to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to handle dogs as large as 100lbs
• Must sit, stand, walk, bend and stoop frequently to perform duties
• Ability to lift and carry 25lbs without assistance
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents, allergens, and zoonotic disease
• Subject to loud/frequent noise, animal bites, and scratches

To apply please download, fill out and return the employment application to jobs@providenceac.org, or, submit your job application by clicking here.

Job Summary

Performs daily cleaning and sanitizing of the shelter areas, kennels, cages following cleaning and disease control protocol.

The Kennel Cleaner is responsible for:

• Providing all animals in assigned area with feeding, watering, and a clean living space
• Clean and maintain animal housing, bedding, food/water dishes, and trash removal in assigned area to include Cattery, Cat Holding, Dog Holding, Nursery, Kennels and Puppy Holding rooms
• Monitor health status of all animals in assigned area(s), writing vet request slips and/or reporting any pressing concerns to your immediate supervisor and/or staff veterinarian for evaluation in a timely fashion

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Animal shelter; subject to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to handle dogs as large as 100 lbs.
• Must sit, stand, walk, bend and stoop frequently to perform duties
• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. without assistance
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents, allergens, and zoonotic disease
• Subject to loud/frequent noise, animal bites, and scratches

Providence Animal Center located in Media, PA is looking for part time Kennel Cleaners to work from 9am to 12noon, Tuesday through Saturday.

To apply please download, fill out and return the employment application to jobs@providenceac.org, or, submit your job application by clicking here.

Job Type: Part-time

Job Summary

As a Canine Care Associate, you will help create a positive experience for potential adopters by providing high-quality customer service and a clean, healthy environment for the homeless dogs in the kennels.

The Canine Care Associate is responsible for:

A Canine Care Associate’s primary responsibility is to clean, feed & walk the dogs & observe dogs for signs of stress or illness. You will also interact with the dogs to see their personality and document your findings in our database so we can make the best adoption matches possible. Additional responsibilities include screening adoption applicants, providing behavioral counseling & advice, providing behavior training & enrichment to the neediest dogs and learning more advanced skills like dog-dog and cat-dog introductions.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Animal shelter; subject to work outside in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to handle dogs as large as 100 lbs.
• Must sit, stand, walk, bend and stoop frequently to perform duties
• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. without assistance
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents, allergens, and zoonotic disease
• Subject to loud/frequent noise, animal bites, and scratches

Providence Animal Center located in Media, PA.

To apply please download, fill out and return the employment application to jobs@providenceac.org, or, submit your job application by clicking here.

Job Type: Part-time

Job Summary

The Providence Animal Center has an immediate opening for a part-time Veterinary Receptionist. If you are passionate about animal welfare, this is the team for you! We offer flexible scheduling, discounted veterinary care for your pets, and a fun rewarding work environment!

• $9-10/hr depending on experience.
• Reception and veterinary/animal experience preferred, but not necessary
• Part time, approximately 24-28 hours a week. Applicant must be able to work 3/4 days a week.
• Departmental hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9am - 7pm. Shifts vary.

Tasks/Major Responsibilities

• Perform Reception duties such as make appointments, return messages in a timely manner, sign in animals for surgery, refill medications, data entry, etc.
• Counsel clients on proper preventatives such as flea/tick, heart-worm including heart-worm testing.
• Educate clients about our spaying/neutering, yearly heart-worm testing, dental cleanings.
• Attend seminars/meetings to advance your knowledge.
• Greet clients as soon as they enter the facility

Requirements

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Show empathy and emotions when a client calls with an ill/injured pet
• Good communication skills
• Know pricing of procedures/general medication
• Veterinary/animal experience preferred or willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills; professional telephone etiquette.
• Ability to learn and effectively communicate behavioral and medical information about the animals.
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software applications including MS Office and Google Docs. Capable of learning our adoptions software. Ability to type proficiently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers, co-workers, and management.
• Learn dog/cat breed characteristics, companion animal behavior, and general veterinary practices and be able to convey that information accurately to the public.
• Ability to handle customer needs, including complaints, with confidence.
• Ability to remain calm and show compassion in difficult situations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry 20lbs without assistance.
• Ability to work closely with animal hair/dander.
• Subject to loud or frequent noise.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $9.00 to $10.00 /hour

For inquiries, please contact:

LeAndra Thompson, VMD, Associate Director of Clinic Services, via email at vetservices@providenceac.org or via text or phone at 610-566-1370 and mention it is in reference to this post.

Job Summary

The Veterinary Technician is responsible for ensuring that both the public and shelter animals in our center receive the best possible care and attention as well as performs technician duties such as surgery prep, surgery check-in, assist veterinarians, medical records entry, discharge clients, client education and relay appropriate information to/from clients to doctors and/or management. All job duties are supportive of Providence Animal Center’s mission in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures, and with the safety of people and animals at the forefront of all activities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Accountability

This position reports directly to the Veterinary Department Manager. This position is a part-time non-exempt position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Prep animals for surgery and closely monitor animals while under anesthesia and as they recover from anesthesia.
• Review vaccination records and prepare vaccines according to our vaccine protocol.
• Assist veterinarian during exams or treatments using proper restraint.
• Assist veterinarian in surgical procedures using proper aseptic technique.
• Maintain cleanliness of surgical department and cages.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian.
• Maintain and use medical equipment such as anesthesia machines and autoclave.
• Perform dental cleanings.
• Sterilize instruments and equipment.
• Trim nails, express anal glands, clean ears, remove sutures and perform other routine procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory procedures such as urinalysis, feline leukemia tests and blood counts (minimum database).
• Induce anesthesia and intubate patient.
• Maintain pharmacy records, and controlled drug, anesthesia, fecal, and heartworm test logs.
• Take vital signs of animals including temperature, pulse, and respiration. Maintain animal records using PetPoint software.
• Perform and analyze skin and ear cytologies.
• Perform catheterization – urinary and venous.
• Prepare and label medications to be sent home with the patient.
• Discharge patients; explaining post-operative care to owners.
• Complete weekly tasks list.

Qualifications

• Three to five years’ experience as a veterinary technician
• Must be able to multi-task and perform in a fast-paced team oriented environment.
• Ability to remain composed in emergency situations and cope with death.
• Medical terminology knowledge. Ability to effectively communicate medical
• information about the animal.
• Read and interpret medical records to determine vaccination status and preventative
• care needs.
• Ability to restrain cats and dogs, of any size, including appropriate safety equipment for
• fractious or feral animals.
• Ability to learn adoptions database to enter medical and behavioral information (PetPoint software).
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers.
• Must demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions and work efficiently and effectively under those conditions.
• Must have a genuine interest in the work, programs, and mission of Providence Animal Center.

Physical Requirements

• Must meet physical requirements of job, to include standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and handling dogs as large as 150 lbs.
• Must sit, stand, walk, bend, and stoop frequently to perform duties.
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents and allergens.
• Possible exposure to zoonotic diseases.
• Subject to loud/frequent noise.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11-15/hour

For inquiries, please contact:

The vet team via email at vetservices@providenceac.org or via text or phone at 610-566-1370 and mention it is in reference to this post.

Job Summary 

Providence Animal Center is currently seeking a part-time veterinarian for our Wellness Clinic. This position involves providing physical examinations, vaccinations, medical consults and outpatient treatments for publicly owned dogs and cats receiving services through our on-site low-cost wellness clinic.

Qualified candidates must be licensed in the State of Pennsylvania, have experience with a fast-paced medical environment and be able to work successfully with staff and the community. USDA accreditation and a DEA license are not required, but favorable.

This position is for approximately 20 hours over 3 days a week, weekdays only. It offers a competitive hourly salary. Providence Animal Center will be interviewing as resumes are received in order to fill this position in a timely manner.

Job type: Part-time

Required experience: Veterinarian, 1 year

Required license or certification: VMD or DVM

For inquiries, please contact:

LeAndra Thompson, VMD, Associate Director of Clinic Services, via email at vetservices@providenceac.org or via text or phone at 610-566-1370 and mention it is in reference to this post.

Job Summary 

Providence Animal Center is currently seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician for our Wellness Clinic. Our Clinic Technicians provide high-quality customer service as well as technician and administrative support in our low-cost Wellness Clinic.

Accountability: This position reports directly to the Veterinary Department Manager. This position is a Full-Time non-exempt position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet clinic clients and patients.
• Perform technician duties such as prepping vaccines/tests/tools.
• Assist the veterinarian during examinations and short procedures, vaccinations, and with animal restraint.
• Communicate to the vet the information in the patient record, including all vaccination history and prior medical issues.
• Enter all new medical information, including exam, vaccinations, tests and results.
• Stock all needed clinic supplies.
• Giving referrals to our clients for services we do not provide using local vets we have relationships with.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a veterinary clinic, veterinary hospital, and/or animal shelter required
• Strong communication skills; should be friendly and willing to assist and understand the customer. Maintain professionalism.
• Ability to remain composed in emergency situations and cope with death.
• Medical terminology knowledge. Ability to effectively communicate medical information about the animal.
• Read and interpret medical records to determine vaccination status and preventative care needs.
• Ability to restrain cats and dogs, of any size
• Ability to learn veterinary database to enter medical information
• Must be able to work under stressful conditions and work efficiently and effectively under those conditions.
• Must have a genuine interest in the work, programs, and mission of Providence Animal Center.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Office environment; may be required to work outside for weekly vaccination clinics.
• Must meet physical requirements of job, to include the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time, lift up to 50lbs unassisted and handling dogs as large as 150 lbs.
• Must walk, bend and stoop frequently to perform duties.
• Ability to lift and carry 25lbs without assistance.
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents and allergens.
• Possible exposure to zoonotic disease.
• Subject to loud/frequent noise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12-15/hour

For inquiries, please contact:

LeAndra Thompson, VMD, Associate Director of Clinic Services, via email at vetservices@providenceac.org or via text or phone at 610-566-1370 and mention it is in reference to this post.

Providence Animal Center is seeking an experienced Veterinary Clinic Manager.  The Veterinary Clinic manager will be responsible for overseeing the Wellness Clinic operations, supervise the veterinary clinic staff monitor and manage customer service initiatives and satisfaction.  This position reports to the Veterinary Department Manager and works with the Associate Director of Clinical Services and to oversee all operations within the Wellness Clinic. This position requires knowledge and understanding of the mission of the Providence Animal Center as well as a strong background in veterinary medicine, animal care and customer service.

This position is a full-time position.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Health, vision, dental, prescription plan, 100% employer paid short term disability, employee assistance program, paid time off, 7-Paid holidays and employee discounted veterinary services, 401(k) plan, time off for pet bereavement.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide and train top notch customer service
• Manage and hire veterinary clinic staff
• Handle client complaints and resolve client communication issues
• Assist with receptionist duties when needed (see Receptionist Job Description)
• Coordinate veterinary department functions with other department operations
• Assist in establishing hospital standard operating procedures/protocols (SOP) and training protocols for veterinary clinic staff members
• Manage accounts with outside vendors, maintain relationships with drug reps
• Organize daily, weekly, monthly tasks, surgery and clinic calendars/schedule.
• Manage inventory and ordering
• Assist vet staff and veterinarians when needed
• Monitor budget and income, ensure daily, weekly, monthly goals are being met
• Participates in Providence events as needed or required

Required experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and task satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Three years of direct management experience required.
• Show empathy and emotions when a client calls or comes in with an ill/injured pet.
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of veterinary terms, medication, and basic animal illness.
• Animal handling skills (be able to restrain animals (cats and dogs) when needed).
• Demonstrates efficient time management and prioritizes workload
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of the position. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers. Extreme attention to detail
• Ability to stay calm and polite with upset clients
• Must demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates the ability to follow safety and sanitation protocols and procedures set forth by the organization
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to work closely with animal hair/dander
• Must meet physical requirements of job, to include standing for long periods of time, lifting heavy objects and handling dogs as large as 150 lbs

To apply please download, fill out and return the employment application to jobs@providenceac.org, or, submit your job application by clicking here.

Providence Animal Center is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.