veterinarian small animal

San Francisco SPCA

<div>Description:
<p><b>
Summary:</b><br>
We are seeking a qualified veterinarian to fill open shifts at the Cornerstone Animal Center Animal Center in Visalia, CA. Interested professionals with proven surgical skills, a commitment to teamwork, a positive attitude for problem solving and communication, and the desire to learn and grow should apply. We are open to providing training to DVMs who are interested in improving their high quality, high volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) skills. Shifts are scheduled based on your availability.<br>
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<b>Essential Duties and Functions:</b><br>
<i>Veterinary Medical Care</i></p><ul><li>
Assess animals pre- and post-operatively to ensure appropriate candidacy for surgery and healing</li><li>
Perform 25-30+ high quality spay/neuter surgical procedures per day for client-owned and shelter animals, as well as community cats.</li><li>
Diagnose and treat post-surgical medical complications of outpatient animals[CH1] as well as oversee vaccination clinic.</li><li>
Follow and support all organizational and medical protocols</li><li>
Adhere to aseptic/sterile techniques throughout surgical process</li><li>
Must be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Collaborate with staff to ensure proper collection of data to maintain comprehensive and detailed medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations.</li><li>
Provide select veterinary services including mass removals, wound management and other minor procedures in accordance with Cornerstone Animal Center guidelines.</li><li>
Comply with all laws pertaining to controlled drugs and work with our pharmacy staff as needed to follow prescription protocols.</li><li>
Triage and refer cases that do not fall within the clinic&rsquo;s parameters of care as appropriate.</li></ul><p><i>
Administrative Duties</i></p><ul><li>
Keep thorough and accurate medical records in compliance with all laws/regulations and collaborate with partner shelter administrative staff to ensure proper collection of data</li></ul><p><i>
Open Communication</i></p><ul><li>
Facilitate good working relationships through professional demeanor, teamwork and collaboration</li><li>
Facilitate and participate in open communication throughout the Cornerstone Animal Center.</li><li>
Embrace and promote Cornerstone Animal Center&rsquo;s direct communication program.</li></ul><p><i>
Safety</i></p><ul><li>
Ensure a safe work environment, following all safety guidelines and modeling safe work practices</li><li>
Take immediate action to address any safety concerns that could put a staff member, volunteer, client, animal, or the organization at risk</li><li>
Maintain a clean, healthy, and sanitary work area; follow all pest and rodent control protocols</li><li>
Participate in keeping the work environment clean and well-maintained</li></ul><p><b>
Reporting Relationships and Contacts: </b>Reports to the Executive Director, Cornerstone Animal Center</p>
Requirements:
<ul><li>Graduated from an accredited veterinary medical college &ndash; DVM or equivalent</li><li>
Licensed to practice in the State of California</li><li>
Experience in HQHVSN or shelter medicine is a plus, but not required</li><li>
Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the Cornerstone Animal Center</li><li>
Demonstrated aptitude in clinical medicine and surgery</li><li>
Demonstrated success in working with a diverse team of professionals, skilled in managing varied relationships and successful at facilitating collaboration and cooperation</li><li>
Knowledge of methods and means of dealing with human behavior situations in a variety of business circumstances</li><li>
Proficient in effective written and oral communication within a varied range of audiences and settings</li><li>
Ability to mediate conflicts and give and receive feedback</li><li>
Willingness to work the hours necessary to accomplish targeted responsibilities</li><li>
Ability to delegate responsibility, achieve and measure results with team members</li><li>
Commitment to practice excellent quality medicine and uphold the veterinary code of ethics</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:</b><br>
The physical requirements described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions.</p><ul><li>
Regular standing, bending, stooping and crouching while seeing patients and performing surgery</li><li>
Intermittent sitting at computer stations and operation of electronic equipment</li><li>
Regularly moves about the campus to coordinate work</li><li>
Frequent lifting, carrying animals weighing up to 50 pounds</li><li>
Exposure to disinfectant solutions when in kennel area</li><li>
Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals</li><li>
Consistent exposure to animals in the workplace and animal allergens under conditions with limited alternatives available</li></ul><p><b>
Salary and Benefits: </b>Compensation is $1,300 per shift worked. (Clinic days can vary, 6-10 hours)</p><p><br>
Eligible for the following benefits: You will be covered by the Cornerstone Animal Center&rsquo;s Worker&rsquo;s Compensation and Professional Liability insurance;, sick time accrual that meets California state law, inclusion in all Cornerstone Animal Center hospital meetings and continuing education events. In addition, the Cornerstone Animal Center will contribute payroll taxes and withhold appropriate local, state, federal and social security taxes on your behalf and issue a W-2 at the end of the year (rather than a 1099).</p><p><i><br>
The Cornerstone Animal Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions, and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The Cornerstone Animal Center is an at-will employer and may conduct pre-employment background checks and drug screening depending on the role.</i></p></div>

Associate Veterinarian - On-Call (Cornerstone Animal Center)

Petco

<ul><div>Vet Services
</div><div>R352762
</div><div>Full time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>17930 Halsted St, Homewood, IL 60430 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div><b>Position Purpose:
</b></div><div>The purpose of this Veterinarian Technician position inherently involves providing excellent veterinary care to our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal customer care to their owners. The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners. Our Veterinary Technicians set the tone for the technical and customer support team in the hospital, and are responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion and motivation within the hospital partners.</div><div>
All hospital partners are responsible for performing duties in a way that creates an environment in which:</div><ul><li><div>
The patient&rsquo;s needs always come first.</div></li><li><div>
Every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to create an exceptional customer and patient experience.</div></li><li><div>
contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible, or as soon as is possible.</div></li><li><div>
exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire organization.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Essential Job Functions:</b></div><div>
The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:
</div><ul><li><div>Greet clients and patients arriving for appointments or walk-ins and escort into an exam room, obtain weight and vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, pain score, body condition score), record all in the electronic medical record, and begin documentation of the patient visit in the electronic medical record by obtaining and recording a thorough patient history.</div></li><li><div>
Assist veterinarian with appointments (routine and emergency), surgery, dentistry, and euthanasia's, taking direct supervision from the veterinarian(s) and the Hospital Office Manager or Hospital Leader on Duty.</div></li><li><div>
Perform patient restraint, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications at the direction of the veterinarian, and maintain the electronic medical record.</div></li><li><div>
Schedule appointments, communicate with and educate clients, relay test results to doctor and clients, maintain and update inventory as well as client/patient records, and manage accounts receivable.</div></li><li><div>
Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures, safely support induction and monitoring of anesthetized patients including checking and recording vital parameters (under direction of the veterinarian), monitor patients during recovery, and prepare them for discharge to owner or transfer to an overnight care facility as needed.</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>
Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients including giving injectable and oral medications as well as intravenous therapies; keep patients clean, watered, and fed (when indicated and directed by veterinarian), and safely walk canine patients when necessary for elimination.</div></li><li><div>
Participate in the training of new staff members and general dissemination of knowledge as required.</div></li><li><div>
Keep hospital environment neat and clean; perform regular cleaning of environment based on necessity as well as based on a pre-determined maintenance schedule.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Other Duties and Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Perform additional duties as assigned.</div></li><li><div>
Provide backup phone and front desk support as needed.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Nature of Supervision:
</b></div><div>In all activities related to the care of patients, the Veterinary Technician will take direct supervision from the veterinarians as well as the Hospital Office Manager or Hospital Leader on Duty. For purposes of overall supervision, the Veterinary Technician takes direction from the Hospital Office Manager.</div><div><b>
Planning and Problem Solving:</b></div><div>
Like all team members, the Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that day-to-day operation of the hospital is efficient and provides an optimal experience for our patients and clients.</div><div><b>
Impact:
</b></div><div>This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of a productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated technical team. The desired result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.</div><div><b>
Supervisory Responsibility:</b></div><div>
This position has no immediate supervisory duties.</div><div><b>
Education/Experience:
</b></div><ul><li><div>College or college-equivalent education (completed) as required in becoming a Credentialed Veterinary Technician in the state in which the hospital is located.</div></li><li><div>
Must have at least 1-year previous experience as a Veterinary Technician or working in a veterinary practice.</div></li><li><div>
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.</div></li><li><div>
Must be compassionate and sympathetic and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations.</div></li><li><div>
Must have telephone and computer skills.</div></li><li><div>
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change.</div></li></ul><div><b>
Work Environment:
</b></div><div>The majority of job duties are conducted in the Vetco Total Care full-service hospital. Position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary) and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of this partner&rsquo;s time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.</div><div><b>
Contacts:</b></div><div>
This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes.</div><div>
The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.</div><div><b>
Salary Range: </b>$18.00 - $28.50</div><div>
Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Certified Veterinary Technician

Greater Birmingham Humane Society

<div><p><b>Greater Birmingham Humane Society</b></p><p><b>
Adoptions Counselor</b></p><p><b>
POSITION SUMMARY</b><br>
The Greater Birmingham Humane Society&rsquo;s (&lsquo;the GBHS&rdquo;) Adoption Counselors (&ldquo;the Counselor&rdquo;) are the primary point of contact with visitors to the shelter. They are responsible for cordially greeting visitors, answering the telephone, and facilitating adoptions of the GBHS animals, including processing paperwork, accurate data entry, and adopter follow up. Adoptions counselors also assist in the cost-effective, sanitary, efficient and humane operation of the shelter. The Counselor assist animal care specialists by performing work related to caring for the GBHS&rsquo; animals, restocking supplies and cleaning chemicals, maintaining accurate shelter records, and providing excellent customer service to citizens.</p><p><b>
PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS</b></p><p>
The Counselor:</p><ul><li>reports to Shelter Operations Management and serves as a member of the adoptions team.</li><li>works closely with the animal care team to help find the best match between potential adopters and the animals.</li><li>interacts daily with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, veterinary student externs, volunteers, the general public, and potential adopters.</li></ul><p><b>
DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p>
The GBHS Adoption Counselors primarily work to find forever homes for the animals in our care. Prior to opening each day, Counselors assist Animal Care Specialists with cleaning, sanitizing and setting up of all kennels.</p><p><b><i>
Morning Animal Care Duties:</i></b></p><ul><li>
Humanely handles all animals and ensures the identification of all shelter animals with appropriate tags or bands before kenneling and/or adopting.</li><li>
Provides care for the animals by cleaning their cage or kennel in a thorough and sanitary manner to prevent the spread of any infectious diseases, and by feeding each animal in accordance with their dietary requirements and posted feeding procedures.</li><li>
Develops a general knowledge of animals&rsquo; behaviors, temperaments and personality traits to assist prospective adopters in finding an animal that matches their household and family situations.</li><li>
Assists with maintaining the laundry requirements for respective areas. Ensures that all animals&rsquo; articles, bedding, dishes, and toys are washed and disinfected daily.</li><li>
Assists with daily observations of medical and behavioral issues of animals in our care by paying careful attention for signs of sickness, stress, aggressive behavior, and/or injury. Reports findings to supervisor and/or medical staff.</li><li>
Maintains records to ensure accuracy, timeliness and completeness.</li><li>
Checks and maintains supplies and equipment. Communicates inventory and supply needs as well as maintenance issues to supervisor. Stocks needed supplies in respective areas.</li><li>
Assists clinical staff in the medication and medical treatment of animals as prescribed by the veterinarian if requested.</li><li>
Maintains a high level of communication with all GBHS staff and Volunteers</li><li>
Assists in the training of adoptions volunteers. Coordinates duties with volunteer groups and community service workers in a professional and customer service manner.</li><li>
May move animals from animal holding kennels and/or transport vans to adoption kennels and vice versa.</li></ul><p><b><i>
Adoption Duties</i></b></p><ul><li>
Works collaboratively with staff to determine if animals are appropriate for adoption.</li><li>
Greets all visitors to the GBHS with enthusiasm, a professional demeanor and an offer to provide assistance or answer questions.</li><li>
Works with prospective adopters to complete the application. When a visitor expresses an interest in seeing animals, the adoption specialist facilitates the meeting between prospective adopter and animal(s) and assists in the decision-making process.</li><li>
Once an adoption has occurred, ensures that all paperwork is accurately completed, that materials in the adopter packet are reviewed with adopter(s) and that information is entered accurately and in a timely fashion in the data base.</li><li>
Within one week of the conclusion of an adoption, may be requested to follow up with adopters to answer questions and check on the transition of the adopted animal into his/her new home.</li><li>
Assists in preparing kennel cards and profiles for use on the GBHS&rsquo; website.</li><li>
Assists in conducting off-site adoption and promotional events, as requested by the Shelter Manager and/or the Chief Program Officer.</li><li>
Assists in compiling statistics on number of visitors, length of stay and other reports, as requested by the Shelter Manager.</li><li>
Other adoption-related duties as requested by the Shelter Manager.</li><li>
Represents the GBHS in a professional manner in all situations.</li><li>
Shall perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>
A passion for the mission of GBHS and a sense of humor are required.</li><li>
High school diploma or GED equivalent.</li><li>
Ability to perform physical work involving standing for long periods, carrying animal crates, bending, scrubbing, mopping, walking quickly, reaching, squatting, and lifting up to 75 pounds with reasonable accommodation.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li><li>
A positive attitude and ability to get along with others.</li><li>
Knowledge of animal handling and communication preferred.</li><li>
Experience working in a kennel environment preferred.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
WORK CONDITIONS</b></p><p>
This work is performed in a high noise level area. Exposure to industrial cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal feces, zoonotic (human to animal) diseases, bites and scratches. Weekend shifts may be required. Safety procedures must be adhered to at all times.</p><p>
GBHS is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of GBHS to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.</p></div>

Adoption Counselor - Full Time, Benefit Eligible

State of New Mexico

Posting Details
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Our mission is to protect the integrity of New Mexico's livestock industry. Our team of about sixty full time inspectors and another sixty full and part time deputies continuously patrol and perform inspections around our state to help keep our livestock free from disease and safe from theft. We are also the office of the State Veterinarian, whose team collaborates with various government and private sector partners to ensure that our state remains free of diseases.
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This position will be based out of NMLB District 2, Clayton, NM area.
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This position requires Law Enforcement Certification at hire. If you are not currently a Certified Law Enforcement Officer but are willing to become certified within a year of hire, apply for the Clayton Livestock Inspector, Non-Certified (NMLB #4951) position currently posted (Job ID: 162724).
<br>Why does the job exist?
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This job will assist with Law Enforcement duties and inspections in District 11. This position requires NM Law Enforcement Certification. This Individual will assist the team In these districts and enforce the Chapter 77.2 and NMAC 21.30 The inspector will be charged with protecting producers from Theft of livestock, investigating animal cruelties and controlling livestock movement.
<br>How does it get done?
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This Inspector will coordinate with the district supervisor to accomplish goals set forth as a team. Responsibilities would Include enforcement of the Chapter 77 .2 statutes and NMAC 21.30 rules. Patrolling roadways to control theft and complete investigations of theft and animal cruelty.
<br>Who are the customers?
<br><br>
This position would serve the producers of District 2.
<br>Ideal Candidate
<br><br>
This position would serve the producers of District 2.
<br>Minimum Qualification
<br><br>
Associate's degree in Agriculture or Animal Husbandry, Criminology, Criminal/Political Science, or related degree allowable by agency at time of posting and three (3) years of livestock, agriculture, law enforcement related experience, and/or direct experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of this classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Current certification as a commissioned Law Enforcement Officer issued by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is required.
<br>Employment Requirements
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Applicants must pass the NM Livestock Board's written and field performance tests to be considered further in the application process. Employment offers are contingent on a successful background check and drug screen. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. APPLICANTS MUST BE CERTIFIED LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AT HIRE.
<br>Working Conditions
<br><br>
This position requires working with and around livestock, conducting investigations, road stops and issuing citations. The duties involve frequent standing, bending, lifting, sitting and driving a state vehicle. Work is performed outdoors in inclement weather, dangerous situations, with heavy lifting of 50 or more pounds. Erratic seasonal hours. Schedule may require weekend and holiday work.
<br>Supplemental Information
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<b>Agency Contact Information:</b> Patrick Weisdorfer (575) 643-6805 Email
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For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
<br><br>
Bargaining Unit Position
<br><br>
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Clayton Livestock Inspector, Certified (NMLB #4951)

USPack Logistics

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Delivery Driver/Courier

Heartland Veterinary Partners

<div><p><b>Practice:</b></p>
<div>
At Boone's Creek Animal Hospital we are very proud of our large facility and have designed the building with our clients and patients in mind. With separate entrances, lobbies, and exam rooms for dogs and cats, we try to take the stress out of visiting the veterinarian.</div>
More about the Role:
<p>
Reporting into the Practice Manager, the Client Service Representative (CSR), provides an exceptional experience to our clients during every interaction. In addition to continually engaging the client, the CSR performs practice administrative tasks such as record maintenance and appointment tracking. The CSR manages practice reception (visitor and telephone), maintenance of veterinary medical records, accounts maintenance, cash processing, data entry, word processing and mail services. The CSR applies practical knowledge of practice processes and services, the basic rules and regulations governing visitors and animal patient treatment, and veterinary record requirements and terminology to ensure every patient is well-cared for and every client has an exceptional experience.</p><p></p><p><br>
Anticipated Schedule</p><ul><li>8am-5:30pm 2-3 days per week</li></ul><p>
-Tuesday rotation (12pm - 8pm)</p><ul><li>Saturday 7:45am-12:30pm</li></ul>
Competencies:
<ul><li><b>Patience &amp; Compassion:</b> Remaining professional while still making Doctors, teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.</li><li><b>
Collaboration &amp; Teamwork: </b>Carefully coordinating actions with Doctors and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other&rsquo;s ideas.</li><li><b>
Communicating</b>: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.</li><li><b>
Active Listening: </b>Following the instructions of Doctors and sometimes patient owners. Picking up the needs of Doctors and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.</li><li><b>
Organization Skills</b>: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job-related items while managing multiple patients and clients.</li><li><b>
Client Satisfaction: </b>Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.</li></ul>
<p><b>Essential Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul><li>
Leads practice opening and closing procedures per Practice Manager instructions and practice procedures.</li><li>
Ensures all public areas are clean and presentable for patients; cleans and straightens areas including the front desk, reception area, waiting area, office, public bathroom(s) and exam rooms.</li><li>
Processes cash, checks, charge card payments and credit account payments.</li><li>
Schedules appointments for the clinic adhering to practice and Doctor preferences and ensure appropriate workflow.</li><li>
Assists in the updating of client/patient files, as needed.</li><li>
Prepares and sends client correspondence.</li><li>
Sends reminder notices to clients for periodic notifications; conducts re-calls to clients on a timely basis from a call back list.</li><li>
Performs a backup of the computer system on a regular basis, as directed.</li><li>
Performs and oversees the performance of posting daily business.</li><li>
Welcomes clients and patients to the practice with a warm and friendly demeanor and ensures an excellent experience during the practice visit.</li><li>
Answers incoming telephone calls applying proper telephone etiquette.</li><li>
Presents clients with medications, instructions, new client kits and any other take home items.</li><li>
Handles emergency situations with great care, patience, and following established clinic policies and procedures.</li><li>
Addresses client concerns in a calm appropriate manner, ensuring every experience ends in satisfaction.</li></ul>
<p><b>Requirements/Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li>
Ability to work on weekends as required</li><li>
High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>
Previous veterinary experience preferred</li><li>
Client satisfaction references preferred</li><li>
Practices OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE</li></ul>
<p><b>Benefits Offered:</b></p>
<ul><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
Personal Pet Discount</li><li>
Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance</li><li>
Retirement benefits or accounts</li><li>
Bonus incentive</li><li>
Flexible work schedules</li><li>
Career and professional development</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
Employee Referral Program</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.</p>
<p><b>Pay Range:</b></p>
USD $15.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr.</div>

Client Service Representative at Boones Creek Animal Hospital

Companion Animal Center

<p><b>Companion Crew Member &ndash; Front Desk &amp; Client Care (Animal Care Experience Required)</b><br/>$16/hr. | Full-Time or Part-Time | Oakdale, MN</p><p><b>This is not an entry-level position: </b><i><b>Prior professional animal-care AND customer service experience required (dog daycare/boarding, veterinary clinic, animal shelter, animal control, or similar)</b></i></p><p>Our one-of-a-kind facility blends premium dog daycare and boarding services with a deep-rooted commitment to animal welfare, enrichment, and responsible care.</p><p>The Companion Animal Center is a dual purpose facility; providing small group size dog daycare, premium dog boarding and the home base of Companion Animal Care &amp; Control&mdash;the largest animal control and impound provider serving municipalities across Minnesota and Wisconsin&mdash;we care for dogs &amp; cats in under legal holds every day, providing safety, structure, and compassion when it matters most. This dual role sets us apart: we serve both animals who have loving homes and animals who find themselves without a loving home of their own, all under one roof, with the same high standard of care.</p><p>We are more than a dog daycare. We are a purpose-driven team of animal care takers, animal control officers, animal control transporters and experienced animal welfare professionals working together to support dogs at every stage of their journey.</p><p><b>At the Companion Animal Center, your work matters.</b></p><p>Our brand-new, purpose-built facility supports both public pet care and animal welfare services, with thousands of animals moving through our doors each year. This is a client-facing role for experienced professionals who can seamlessly move between front desk responsibilities and hands-on animal care in a fast-paced, structured environment.</p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p><ul><li>No two days are the same. This role requires flexibility, strong initiative, and the ability to independently identify and prioritize work as needs shift throughout the day.</li><li>Greet and assist clients with confidence, empathy, and professionalism</li><li>Manage check-ins, check-outs, scheduling questions, and service explanations</li><li>Communicate clearly with pet parents, law enforcement officers, and placement partners</li><li>Support daycare, boarding, and impound operations</li><li>Prepare daily animal health rounds, report cards and client updates</li><li>Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, and documentation</li><li>Monitor animal behavior and escalate concerns appropriately</li></ul><p><b>Who We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in animal care (shelter, vet clinic, daycare/boarding, animal control, or similar)</li><li>Must be able to retain detailed protocols, work on a small team and thrive with independent work requiring initiative throughout the day</li><li>Strong front desk or client-facing experience within an animal care setting</li><li>Comfortable explaining policies, handling sensitive conversations, and setting expectations</li><li>Thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment with accountability</li><li>Confident working with stressed, fearful, or animals in need of intensive care</li><li>Calm, reliable, detail-oriented, and professional under high levels of pressure</li></ul><p><b>Physical &amp; Work Environment</b></p><ul><li>Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and handle dogs of all sizes</li><li>Comfortable with noise, cleaning, and animal bodily fluids</li><li>Standing, walking, bending, and multitasking throughout the shift</li><li>Indoor and outdoor work in all Minnesota weather</li></ul><p><b>Why Work With Us</b></p><ul><li>Free daycare for your dog on workdays</li><li>Free annual vaccinations for your dog ( after 1 year of work)</li><li>Training and continuing education</li><li>Commission opportunities</li><li>Sick leave</li><li>Employee discount on retail</li><li>Staff snacks and team appreciation events</li><li>Meaningful work in a mission-driven organization</li></ul><p><b>Schedule Expectations</b></p><ul><li>Facility hours: 6:30am&ndash;6:30pm (Mon&ndash;Fri); Sat &amp; Sun 7&ndash;12pm &amp; 5&ndash;7pm</li><li>Weekend and holiday availability required</li><li>Reliable transportation required</li><li>Consistent weekly schedule (no fluctuating shifts, so you can plan your days)</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply</b></p><p>To maintain a streamlined and intentional hiring process, all applicants must complete our application through our website:</p><p>Apply here: <b>https://companionanimalcenter.com/join-the-team</b></p><p>This role is best suited for experienced animal care professionals who take pride in their work, value accountability, and are motivated to be part of a team that leads with both heart and hustle.</p><p>Pay: From $16.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Companion Crew Member – Front Desk & Client Care (Animal Care Experience Required)

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