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　　Summary:

　　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 Senior Veterinary Assistant (SVA) - Mobile Veterinary Services (MVS) is a vital member of our veterinary medical team. The SVA supports two program functions - mobile spay/neuter surgery and mobile primary pet care - for pet cats and dogs at various locations across the five boroughs of New York City. The SVA drives the mobile clinic to each clinic location to meet the rest of the medical team. Throughout the day, 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. After discharge, the SVA and veterinary technician clean and restock the mobile clinic and the SVA drives it back so it is ready to go the following day.

　　What you'll get:

　　Work/life balance:paid vacation time to relaxpaid sick time to healten paid holidays to observeplus - paid personal time to celebrate what and when you likeTerrific benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional and a personSupport: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on

　　Work Schedule and Location

　　This is a full-time position, approximately 10 hours a day (including driving time), 4 days a week between Monday through Fridaywith flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduledwork day and Saturdays approximatelyonce per quarter may be required. This is an on-site positionat the mobile spay/neuter clinics andrequires occasional flexibility in reporting location.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

　　Medical (60%)

　　Care for up to25-30cats and dogs per day in spay/neuter surgeryProvide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques during various procedures (examples: exams, treatments, injections, venipuncture, intubation)Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients in pre-operative, operative, and post-operative phasesTake direction regarding medical protocols and animal care from the clinic veterinarian or veterinary technicianOrganize and maintain pre-operative area and operating room for patient anesthesia, surgical preparation and sterilizationEnsure anesthesia machines, pulse oximeters, scales, and other equipment are functional and report equipment that is not working properlyClean, sonicate, pack, and sterilize surgical instruments and endotracheal tubesWork with coworkers to clean and disinfect animal areas and facility while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipmentAssistwith patient exams, take medical history, perform diagnostic testing, and prepare medications to go home with the client/patientProvide support and medical services in special cases as needed, including evaluation of animals living in hoarding situationsFill in to perform SVA duties at stationary clinics as needed

　　Customer Service (30%)

　　Communicate with all clients in a non-judgmental, effective and professional mannerGreet clients and assist with the intake process, including assisting clients in filling out intake and service documents, flag relevant medical historyCommunicate basic veterinary medical concepts to clients, including, but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risksExplain information provided by the veterinarian about an animal's condition to clients

　　Other (10%)

　　Safely drive and park mobile clinics to and from various locations in New York CityOperate and troubleshoot mobile clinic generatorsEnter medical information into digital data bases as appropriateRepresent ASPCA in a professional and courteous mannerProvide medical information and representation to other ASPCA departmentsAdhere to all protocols put forth by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT)Follow all written and verbally communicated CM Standard Operating ProceduresCollaborate and foster good communication with ASPCA colleaguesParticipate in veterinary/medical training of CM staff, ASPCA staff and veterinary and technical students by coaching, discussion, and demonstrationAttend staff meetings and training sessionsPerform other duties as assigned

　　Exemplifies the ASPCA's Core Values:

　　HasCommitmentand dedication to improving the lives of animalsDemonstratesOwnershipand feels responsible for outcomesBelieves inTeam- that we are stronger togetherSeeks toElevateothers and reimagine what is possibleFocuses onImpact, specifically making change for animals

　　Compensation and Benefits:

　　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 $25.00 - $26.44

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　　Qualifications:

　　Ability to lift and carry 40-plus pounds repeatedly throughout day with assistance, Ability to work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions, Ability to work independently and as part of team, Ability to work standing for 10 or more hours, Excellent animal handling skills (cats, dogs), Experience using a computer and navigating software applications, Fear Free Veterinary certification is required within 60 days of hire, Fluency in English required, bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred, Must be willing and comfortable learning to drive our 37' Mobile Clinics through city street traffic (training provided by ASPCA), Must have a Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within the first 6 months of hire and pass a motor vehicle check demonstrating a safe driving history. As part of the requirements of this role, must also pass a Department of Transportation Medical Exam and required Drug and Alcohol Testing, Must have excellent customer service skills, Must maintain open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols, Strong interest in animal welfare and serving underserved communities

　　Language:

　　English (Required), Spanish

　　Education and Work Experience:

　　High School Diploma (Required)

　　High school diploma or GED equivalent required, Minimum of 1 year animal handling experience in a professional setting required, Veterinary medical experience preferredOur EEO Policy:

　　The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

　　Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA's standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA's People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

　　Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

　　ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

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　　About Us:

　　The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

　　The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

　　The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

　　At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA's vision - that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

　　Minimum Salary: 31200.00Maximum Salary: 31200.00Salary Unit: Yearly