CAT’s mission is to work with our community to save the lives of homeless, sick and injured cats and kittens by offering shelter, adoption, foster, hospice, and veterinary services to end needless feline euthanasia in our community.
Shelter Associate (1 full-time position)
CVT
Foster Program Assistant
We currently has one opening (full time, consisting of 35-40 hours/week) for an Animal Shelter Associate.
This extremely rewarding position offers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of cats and people every day.
Candidates should be prepared to complete a multitude of different tasks, from direct animal care to compassionate client care, all in the scope of a single day. We are looking for candidates who are demonstrated problem solvers and customer service superstars and who can remain calm, helpful, and professional, even in the face of emotionally taxing situations. Priority will be given to candidates with animal welfare, animal sheltering, animal control, or veterinary experience.
Because CAT is open to the public seven days a week, candidates interested in the full time position must be willing to work both Saturday and Sunday on a regular basis.
Compensation: $9 an hour plus benefits
If you are interested in either of these fulfilling positions, please .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) a cover letter and resume or drop off in person at 14175 SW Galbreath Dr., Sherwood, OR 97140. Please note: resumes received without a cover letter will not be reviewed.
CAT currently has an opening for a full-time Certified Veterinary Technician. The Certified Veterinary Technician is an integral part of the veterinary team which provides the highest quality care for the cats and kittens in our care. CVT’s project the professional image of our organization in dealing with adopters, clients, foster parents, and volunteers. The CVT will work with all staff members and volunteers to help CAT succeed in its mission of adopting out healthy cats and kittens to loving homes.
Interested candidates should be willing to work at least one weekend day every week.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Provide and oversee medical treatment, husbandry, and care to all cats in our care.
• Provide direct assistance to veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, veterinarians, and volunteers in order to improve the productivity of the veterinary team.
• Supervise, motivate, and train volunteers in the hospital and shelter in regard to daily duties and overall function. Work with the CAT Volunteer Services Manager to fill volunteer needs in the hospital.
• Maintain medical records, schedule, and appropriate medical documentation as well as financial documentation. Including: radiology, anesthesia, and drug records.
• Maintain appropriate inventories of supplies and oversee proper operation of equipment in the hospital. Report inventory needs to the hospital manager in a timely manner.
• Provide client education and excellent service to clients, foster care members, volunteers, and the general public as needed. Client care will be handled in a professional manner both in person and on the phone.
• Maintain equipment and facilities in the hospital specifically surgical, anesthesia, radiology, laboratory, and all medical related items.
• Maintain a professional appearance and standard of cleanliness in the facility. This includes all cat/kitten care, organizational maintenance, laundry, and janitorial work in the hospital.
• Work closely and cooperatively with each and every other shelter staff member.
• Maintain relations with outside vendors, other veterinary facilities, labs, veterinary schools, etc.
• Uphold the policies and procedures of CAT, utilizing this foundation from which to solve daily issues and problems in order to achieve organizational goals.
• Other duties as necessary or assigned
If you are looking for a place to utilize your talents and skills to help cats and to help our community as a whole, please .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) a cover letter and resume or fax to (503) 925-8888 Attn: Medical Director
Please note: resumes without a cover letter will not be reviewed, so please use this opportunity to tell us about yourself and why you would be a good fit with our hard-working and dedicated team of professionals.
No phone calls please.
The Foster Assistant will work with our Foster Coordinator to ensure that 1,000 kittens and their moms go through our foster program successfully. The ideal candidate will be good with people as well as cats and kittens.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Assist with intake (including blood draws) and check out of foster kittens and their moms
• Coordination of all supplies for the foster families including stocking and cleaning of baby bags and mentor bags
• Liaison between hospital and foster parents as needed
• Quick clean cages in Kitten Head Quarters. Keep Kitten HQ clutter free
• Husbandry calls and triage support during shelter hours
• Schedule surgeries for all foster kittens and their moms and work with Hospital Doctor if more surgery days are needed
• Schedule and coordinate foster trainings as back up support
• Administrative Support
• Other duties as necessary or assigned
Experience:
• 2-3 years on-the-job Veterinary Assistant experience preferred
• Prior shelter or animal control experience preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to problem solve and multi-task
• Customer service experience desired
• Previous experience working within a volunteer organization
Skills:
• Cheerlead and encourage the foster network and staff
• Managing multiple tasks, etc
• Computer knowledge (Microsoft office, Impromed, Shelter Buddy, etc)
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• An extensive knowledge of queens and kittens
• Organizational skills a must
Key Competencies:
• Compassionate care for cats and other animals
• Manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently
• Leadership: the ability to motivate others, coach and mentor, inspire quality performance, problem solve
• Integrity
• Customer service to clients, staff and volunteers and community contacts
• Teamwork
• Drive for results
Education:
• Veterinary Assistant training/education
• High school education or equivalent
• On the job training
Compensation: $9 per hour
This is a part time, seasonal position. .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), fax (503-853-7989), or mail/deliver your resume and cover letter in a Word document or PDF document only.
No phone calls please.
Please consider volunteering your time and skills to help homeless cats.
14175 SW Galbreath Drive.Sherwood, OR 97140.(503) 925-8903..(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
