Veterinary Technician

2 weeks ago

New York, New York, United States Quality Talent Group Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Veterinarian to join our Kitten Nursery team at the ASPCA. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient and population care to kittens and cats in our care.

Responsibilities
  • Provide high-quality, practical, compassionate, and cost-efficient veterinary care to kittens and cats in accordance with ASPCA guidelines and shelter medicine principles and best practices.
  • Provide skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment of patients with timely recognition of, and planning for, conditions requiring care through the ASPCA Animal Hospital.
  • Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques.
  • Maintain regular and close communication with veterinary colleagues in other ASPCA programs to coordinate care for patients, to meet medical needs, and to determine animal flow between populations.
  • Ensure that in-house and foster animals receive medical exams upon admission and are provided with ongoing care as appropriate; ensure veterinary care provided is aligned with, and contributes to, the efficient and humane flow of animals from intake through outcome.
  • Document physical exam findings and a plan in appropriate medical records. Ensure timely scheduling and delivery of medical care by effectively coordinating with key stakeholders among medical staff, logistics team, and leadership.
  • Oversee all other aspects of the delivery of veterinary care, including pre and postoperative care, foster appointments, emergency care, restraint, and treatment.
  • Collaborate with the Midwest Office Call Center to provide input on and support for overnight emergency processes; rotate on-call coverage with other veterinary staff and the Veterinary Staff and Program Manager.
  • Play a leading role in daily rounds; ensure individual patients and the population are assessed daily and treatment/intervention recommendations are implemented in a timely fashion.
  • Ensure appropriate use of quarantine and isolation spaces to manage herd health effectively; ensure appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Guide appropriate and timely decisions about euthanasia with attention to animals' physical, medical, social, and behavioral needs collectively. Assist with and/or perform humane euthanasia.
  • Adhere to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • Follow and enforce all written and verbally communicated Kitten Nursery Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Offer input and feedback on medical protocols and standards of care.
  • Follow all departmental personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning protocols.
  • Work to support other NYC ASPCA departments, including the Animal Recovery Center, Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment, Community Medicine, and Community Engagement, as assigned during the Kitten Nursery off-season.
  • Obtain continuing education as required by ASPCA and state licensing board and keep current.
  • Provide medical information and representation to other ASPCA departments and to the public.
  • Deploy with Community Engagement, Community Medicine, Field Investigations & Response, or Relocation up to twice per year.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Teach and Coach Quality Patient Care
  • Contribute to a culture of learning at the Kitten Nursery, including ensuring a respectful and welcoming environment, active participation in goal setting and monitoring, clear expectations, and regular practice of feedback and after-actions.
  • Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of Kitten Nursery care and the humane and low-stress handling of cats and kittens.
  • Stay current with shelter medicine principles and best practices, including departmental protocols and processes.
  • Teach and mentor animal care staff on shelter medicine principles and Kitten Nursery shelter medicine protocols.
  • Direct patient care provided by medical team members.
  • Ensure the medical team provides timely foster support via email, phone, and in-person; step in as needed, particularly to handle situations that require a higher level of decision-making.
  • Inform and advise relevant internal stakeholders of medical conditions of shelter animals, including outbreaks of infectious disease.
  • Attend all staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Mentor and train externs and interns.
Qualifications
  • Excellent veterinary medical knowledge, including familiarity with shelter medicine principles and best practices.
  • Strong clinical skills, including efficient diagnosis and treatment of cats and kittens for a variety of medical conditions.
  • Knowledge and familiarity with low-stress animal handling and restraint skills.
  • Sound clinical judgment, strong critical-thinking and multi-tasking skills; able to quickly adjust focus and shift priorities based on patient and program needs.
  • Ability to work efficiently and calmly in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and respectfully with all levels of staff.
  • Ability to teach and coach others.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills, including Excel, Microsoft Office, and email; familiarity with PetPoint or other shelter software systems a plus.
  • Able to lift 40 pounds.
  • Able to work standing for 10 or more hours.
Exemplifies the ASPCA 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
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (or equivalent degree) from an accredited veterinary college.
  • Eligibility for licensure in New York State (NYS) as a veterinarian required; current licensure in NYS strongly preferred.

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