Senior Animal Behavior Consultant
Company: Vaia GmbH
Location: Miami
Posted on: March 17, 2025
Job Description:
East New York Full-Time No home office possibleSummary: 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.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:
- 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 databases
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). Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
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 Shelter 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 per hour.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.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.
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