Veterinary Nurse Specialist (Pawling)

Summary :

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

Who We Are :

The R&R Center in Pawling, NY, is a unique program dedicated to providing integrated sheltering, behavioral, and medical care for canine victims of cruelty. The R&R Center team works closely with ASPCA teams in New York City to help animals rescued in partnership with the NYPD.

What Youll Do :

Are you passionate about helping animals in need and eager to advance the field of animal welfare? Do you thrive in a dynamic, complex, highly collaborative environment? If so, the role of Licensed Veterinary Technician at the ASPCAs new Recovery & Rehabilitation Center (R&R Center) in Pawling, NY might be right for you!

The individual in this role is responsible for providing high quality veterinary care to canines recovering from the physical and behavioral impacts of animal cruelty at the R&R Center. The successful candidate for this role values teamwork, collaboration, and an integrated approach to recovery and rehabilitation that balances medical, behavioral, and environmental needs.

When & Where Youll Work :

This is an in-person position located in Pawling, NY with a target start date of 10 / 6.

Travel up to 5% of the time

Schedules include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays; regular schedule will include at least one weekend day

What Youll Get : Compensation

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.

Benefits

At the ASPCA, you dont have to choose between your passion and making a living. Our comprehensive benefits package helps ensure you can live a rewarding life at work and at home. Our benefits include, but are not limited to :

Affordable health coverage , including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision coverage.

Flexible time off that includes vacation time, sick and bereavement time, paid parental leave, 10 company paid holidays, and paid personal time off that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you.

Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions we match dollar for dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year.

Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the field, and so much more.

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Responsibilities :

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Functional Duties (85%)

Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques

Observe individual animals and the overall population for signs of illness, injury, and / or poor welfare, communicating any issues quickly and effectively

Provide veterinary medical care within the scope of license, including but not limited to basic examinations and triage, surgical support, venipuncture, catheter placement, intubation, administering and monitoring anesthesia, diagnostic testing, radiographs, CPCR, and humane euthanasia

Monitor patients post-operatively to ensure safety and comfort and to identify possible post-operative or anesthesia-related complications

Perform, or be willing to be trained to perform, dental cleanings and radiographs

Oversee the implementation of preventative, vaccination, and treatment schedules, ensuring all animals are up-to-date

Handle, administer, and log controlled substances under the direction of a veterinarian and in accordance with laws and protocols

Maintain active knowledge of all daily procedures and protocols

Ensure thorough, accurate, and timely data entry to animals medical records including previous medical history and all exam findings, test results, and treatments

Support the collection of evidence and documentation of examinations of live and deceased victims of animal cruelty, including clinical forensic exams and gross necropsies

Follow all protocols to ensure chain of custody is maintained and appropriately documented, and for the disposition of forensic evidence

Obtain relevant continuing education as required by the ASPCA and the state licensing board

Competently and compassionately explain an animals condition to other staff and volunteers with easily understood language

Collaborate with behavior and sheltering colleagues to ensure holistic, balanced care for animals and a cohesive team culture for staff

Communicate regularly with the behavior team using objective language and established communication systems to ensure information is shared in a timely fashion with relevant stakeholders

Track inventory and ensure veterinary areas are well stocked at all times

Identify and communicate inventory and ordering needs

Assist in staff training across all areas, ensuring all staff understand shelter disease control protocols, nutritional guidelines, preventative and vaccination schedules, and the importance of daily monitoring

Stay abreast of shelter medicine practices and trends and ensure their consistent application

Ensure medical areas are kept clean, organized, and ready for use

Assist other teams in cleaning, organizing, and providing daily animal care as time allows, or when circumstances require