Med Tech

Make a Difference in the Lives of Rescued Cats – Join Our Team!

At Goathouse Refuge, we're dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming cats in need. Our mission is to provide a safe and loving environment for cats while helping them heal and find their forever homes. We are seeking a compassionate Veterinary Med Technician (Certification not required) to join our team and provide top-quality care to the cats in our rescue. If you have a passion for animal welfare and want to make a direct impact on the lives of rescued cats, this could be the perfect role for you.

Responsible people and serious inquiries only.

Key Responsibilities

• Medical Care & Treatment: Perform routine procedures, including vaccinations, blood draws, and medication administration.
• Animal Restraint: Safely provide restraint during examinations and medical procedures, ensuring minimal stress for the cats.
• Animal Husbandry: Assist with daily care routines such as grooming, to keep the cats healthy and comfortable.
• Cleaning & Organization: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of medical supplies, and equipment to ensure a safe, hygienic environment for the cats.
• Recording and organizing patient's medical history.
• Analyzing various animal behaviors and health conditions

Qualifications:

• Analyzing various animal behaviors and health conditions
• Creating reports of animal behaviors and conditions

cations

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; an associate degree in veterinary technology is preferred but not required.
• Certification: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred but not required.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or animal rescue setting is a MUST.
• Skills & Knowledge:
• Comfortable handling and restraining cats, including those with special needs or behavioral challenges.
• Patience and calming abilities when handling unstable or nervous pets
• Experience with procedures such as subcutaneous, fluid administration, injections and medication administration preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of animal health and medical terminology is a MUST.
• Ability to work independently and follow protocols while maintaining a compassionate approach to care.
• Experience with pet grooming tasks (bathing, nail trimming, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with the team, volunteers, and potential adopters.
• English speaking with ability to speak Spanish is a plus.
• Strong time management, multitasking and organizational skills

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $19-$20 per hour. Start at $19 per hour $20 after 30 days.
• Flexible scheduling with both full-time and part-time positions available.
• No night shifts or overnight responsibilities.
• A rewarding opportunity to work with a passionate team and make a tangible impact on the lives of rescued cats.
• Opportunities to expand your skills in a rescue environment, with hands-on experience in animal care and rehabilitation.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person