ACS Is Currently Looking To Fill The Following Position(s)
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CARE GIVER TEAM MEMBER
Job Responsibilities:
Daily cleaning of animal runs/communal, yards, and facility Feeding
Daily exercise of dogs and cats
Observe dogs’ and cats’ appearance and activity daily to monitor the animal’s physical condition and mental well being
Assist visitors and volunteers with general information when needed.
Present a professional, friendly, and helpful attitude when interacting with the public.
Show animals for visitors and provide information
Physical Requirements:
Experience welcome but not necessary as we will train you!
High school education or equivalent.
Animal handling experience preferred.
Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
The emotional and physical wellbeing of our employees is important to us. Team expectation:
Professional, Caring, and Compassionate supportive environment for all clients and fellow team members. We reward our employees with a great hourly rate, career growth potential, vacation, training and more.
Benefits
Starting Pay $15 per hour
Paid vacation and sick time
Holiday Pay
Free uniforms (t-shirts and sweatshirts)
Maternity leave
Inquiries can be directed to Terri McKendry- tmkendry@animalcaresanctuary.org
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Veterinary Technician
Animal Care Sanctuary is seeking a full-time licensed veterinarian technician to work at our East Smithfield, PA location. This position includes working in our Community Clinic that provides public spay/neuter/wellness services, as well as providing medical and surgical care to our shelter animals.
The Vet- Tech should be a positive individual who is committed to making an impact in the lives of animals
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist veterinarians during spay/neuter surgeries including surgery prep, anesthesia and post-op monitoring as well as assisting during wellness exams.
- Collect samples and perform laboratory tests including 4DX, FeLV/FIV, cytology, UA, fecal floats, etc.
- Administer vaccinations, medications, and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Keep medical record documentation using Hippo Manager and Shelterluv software
- Communicate with clients, shelter staff, and adopters regarding routine health care information
- Perform typical cleaning duties including cleaning, wrapping, and sterilizing surgical instruments, cage cleaning, sweeping, mopping, etc.
Qualifications & Skills
- Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of PA
- Experience working in a vet clinic or shelter environment preferred but not necessary
The emotional and physical wellbeing of our employees is important to us. Team expectation:
Professional, Caring, and Compassionate supportive environment for all clients and fellow team members. We reward our employees with a great hourly rate, career growth potential, vacation, training and more.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift, move, restrain, and manage animals weighing up to 50 lbs.
Benefits
Starting Pay $15-17 per hour
Paid vacation and sick time
Holiday Pay
Free uniforms (t-shirts and sweatshirts)
Maternity leave
Interested candidates should submit their resume to:
tmckendry@animalcaresanctuary.org
ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN
Associate Veterinarian
Come advance career while enjoying a scenic commute in the rural hillsides of the Endless Mountains and assisting one of the oldest and largest no-kill animal shelters in the nation! Animal Care Sanctuary is currently seeking a director of veterinary services to work full-time in East Smithfield. This position includes working in our Community Clinic that provides public spay/neuter/wellness services, as well as providing medical and surgical care to our shelter animals. Founded in 1967, Animal Care Sanctuary is one of the oldest and largest no-kill sanctuaries for companion animals in the nation.
Located in East Smithfield, Pennsylvania, we have over 200 acres and, on any given day, 200+ dogs and cats are in residence. In 2021 alone we adopted 964 animals and our vet team performed4031 spay/neuter surgeries and conducted 2,547 wellness visits for our community pets.
Job Description:
Animal Care Sanctuary is seeking a full-time veterinarian that is responsible for providing medical and surgical care of our shelter and community pet companions. Applicant must possess effective communication skills and be a team player.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform spays, neuters, and wellness exams of public and shelter pets
- Perform intake exams and prescribe treatments on shelter animals
- Communicate with clients, adopters, and staff regarding health concerns
- Medical record documentation using Hippo Manager and Shelterluv software
Education and Experience Requirements:
- PA veterinary license in good standing
- Experience with shelter medicine preferred, but not required
- Excellent salary and benefits, cost of living costs low. Temporary housing available.
The emotional and physical wellbeing of our employees is important to us.
Team expectation:
Professional, Caring, and Compassionate supportive environment for all clients and fellow team members. We reward our employees with a great pay, career growth potential, vacation, training and more.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift, move, restrain, and manage animals weighing up to 50 lbs.
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick time
Holiday Pay
Maternity leave
Applications, resumes and inquiries can be sent to CEO Terri McKendry
tmckendry@animalcaresanctuary.org.
OUR EAST SMITHFIELD LOCATION
East Smithfield, PA 18817
MAILING ADDRESS
East Smithfield, PA 18817
PHONE:
COMMUNITY CLINIC
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Fax: 570-596-2222

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Email: bmorgan@animalcaresanctuary.org
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Animal Care Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization — contributions to which are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. The official registration and financial information of Animal Care Sanctuary may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free within Pennsylvania, (800) 732-0999.
Registration does not imply endorsement.
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