Shelter Medicine Lead Technician

Animal Protection Society of Durham; Durham (NC); Sur place; USD 48 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

On-call stipend

Résumé du poste

Animal Protection Society of Durham is seeking two Lead Medical Assistants to oversee daily operations of the medical department, ensuring high-quality veterinary care and support services for shelter animals.

You will work with the Director of Animal Wellbeing to implement medical protocols, manage clinical workflows, supervise an engaged team of veterinary technicians and assistants, and support population health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Associate degree in a relevant field for veterinary support.
• CVT/RVT/LVT credential strongly preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter setting.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily medical operations, ensuring efficient workflow within the clinic, treatment areas, and surgical spaces.
• Support veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgical procedures.
• Ensure proper patient care, including monitoring, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Ensure compliance with vaccination protocols, preventative care, and routine treatments.
• Lead daily operations, train, and mentor medical support staff (vet techs, assistants).
• Create schedules to ensure adequate coverage and operational efficiency.
• Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and staff development.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment and lead team huddles/meetings.

Connaissances

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Veterinary procedures knowledge

Detail orientation

Shelter medicine familiarity

Formation

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, or related field

Description du poste

Animal Protection Society of Durham is seeking two Lead Medical Assistants to oversee daily operations of the medical department, ensuring high-quality veterinary care and support services for shelter animals.

You will work with the Director of Animal Wellbeing to implement medical protocols, manage clinical workflows, supervise an engaged team of veterinary technicians and assistants, and support population health initiatives.