Temporary Senior Veterinary Assistant

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. When you come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals we serve.

What You'll Do

The Temporary Senior Veterinary Assistant (SVA)- NYC Mobile Veterinary Services (MVS) is a vital member of our veterinary medical team. The Temporary SVA supports two program functions : spay / neuter surgery and primary pet care for pet cats and dogs living with their families in ASPCA Focus areas and animals in the care of the rescue community in New York City.

Throughout the day, Temporary SVAs are responsible for client communication, assisting the veterinarian and / or veterinary technician, animal handling, preparing animals for surgery, entering medical records, and monitoring patients while they are under anesthesia.

Temporary Role Details :

• This is a temporary, contingent position and the person hired will be employed through a third-party staffing agency.
• This position is intended to last 6 months from the first day of service.
• The target hiring range for this temporary role is $25 - $26.44 per hour and may be modified in the future.
• This is typically a Monday-Friday, 10-hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled workday and Saturdays approximately once per quarter may be required.
• This position is a mobile position and reports to locations where the clinics are located.

What's Expected of You - Position Responsibilities & Qualifications :

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Customer Service

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