Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is looking for qualified candidates to join our Animal Welfare/Rescue Team!!! Consider working for an organization where all employees are passionate about what they do and truly care about their organization's mission. That's what people find at the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA. Since every staff member has some interaction with the public, we strive to hire enthusiastic people who not only consider themselves animal lovers, but also "people" people. Individuals with a strong desire to make a difference in their own lives and that of animals in San Mateo County are encouraged to apply!!!



Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA currently has full time openings in several shelter departments. These positions offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. These positions will offer hands on Animal Welfare experience at our shelter. If you want an exciting, educational, and rewarding job please feel free to apply!!!



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Veterinary Assistant



Department: Shelter Operations

Reports To: Supervisor, Veterinary Services

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt



Summary:



To provide medical care as well as humane care and treatment to all sheltered animals in accordance with the policies and procedures established by PHS/SPCA. To ensure proper admitting, preparation, monitoring, recovery and discharge of animals in the spay/neuter clinic. Perform job duties within established protocols and procedures set by PHS/SPCA.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.



-Conduct assigned morning and evening rounds of all areas of the shelter to ensure the well being of all animals.

-Prepare daily list of animals requiring vet exams.

-Administer daily medical treatment to all sheltered animals as prescribed by staff veterinarians.

-Assist veterinarian in examination and treatment of animals.

-Assist veterinarian with emergency medical treatment as necessary.

-Perform health checks of animals before they are placed for adoption.

-Participate in the Screening Room/Receiving area activities including; scanning, banding, vaccinating and examining animals when necessary.

-Assist in lab work and radiology requirements of shelter animals.

-Assist with the training and supervision of vet department volunteers.

-Must become familiar with proper processing of animals through the shelter, and the corresponding.

-Provide humane care and treatment of all sheltered animals.

-Euthanize and/or assist with euthanasia of animals as needed in accordance with PHS/SPCA policies and procedures.

-Receive animals into the shelter and obtain thorough and complete information regarding the animal??????s history.

-Responsible for educating the public at the time of animal intake.

-Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in all work spaces.



Spay/Neuter Clinic



-Restrain dogs and cats for pre-surgical injections and IV inducing

-Responsible for surgical preparation of patients including, sterilization, and administration of pre-surgical injections

-Perform admitting and discharge duties for public and shelter animals

-Assist with emergency medical practices as necessary

-Maintain proper paperwork and medical records as required by law Monitor animals under anesthesia

-Maintain department equipment in good working order. Report items for repair/replacement as needed to appropriate supervisory staff

-Perform general office duties



Supervisory Responsibilities:



This job may supervise volunteers within the spay/neuter clinic area.



Qualifications:



To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Education and/or Experience:



High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in Veterinary/Bio/Animal Care preferred.



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DISPATCHER



Division: Field Services

Reports To: Field Services Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt-Union



Summary:



To operate dispatch system: answer calls and requests for service in accordance with the policies and procedures of the organization and the Field Services Division.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.



Receive, dispatch and monitor service requests from the public, and other PHS/SPCA departments in priority and in accordance with established procedures.

Determines priority, nature and location of emergency and non-emergency calls and status of officers on and off assignment.

Maintain awareness and contact of numerous field officers?????? activities and provide such assistance as necessary to ensure adequate safety and completion of the duties.

Process, maintain and/or distribute records, including but not limited to mail, quarantines, complaints, daily activity/statistical reports, and citations.

Prepare statistical reports and service reports as required. Operate a two-way radio in a professional manner.

Process mail for the department including certified or insured mail Answer questions and advise the public regarding animal welfare issues, ordinances, quarantines, adoptions and other animal laws and related issues.

Assist in the training of new staff and volunteers

Provide assistance to other departments as assigned

Perform other duties as assigned to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization and improve the quality of life for animals

It is essential for this position that the person has excellent communication skills; must be detail-oriented; proven ability to handle several tasks simultaneously; good listening skills; knowledge of San Mateo county geographic area; and a commitment to customer satisfaction and service.

Ability to think and act quickly, calmly, and accurately in emergency situations.



Education and/or Experience:



High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.



Preferred Experience:



1-3 years of dispatch experience in a high-call volume environment

Familiarity with 10 codes

Familiarity with the geography and street system of San Mateo County

Some knowledge of the principles involved in the operation of radio, telephone, and related communications equipment

Ability to operate radio, computer and telephone equipment quickly and accurately under heavy-load conditions.





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EOE/M/F/D/V





For more information on this positon or other career opportunities at PHS&SPCA, please visit http://www.PeninsulaHumaneSociety.org





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12 Airport Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94401

Fax: 650/685-0678

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