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Foster Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Operations
Hours: full-time, non-exempt
Compensation: $17-$20 / hour DOQ

Job Summary: Oversees foster care program and manages foster volunteers.  Overall responsibility for developing and maintaining a robust foster care program contributing to PAL’s lifesaving capacity and overall quality of care for animals within PAL’s program.

Responsibilities:

• Recruits, orients, and supervises all foster parent volunteers in accordance with the organization’s mission and philosophy.
• Provides ongoing support and training to foster volunteers.
• Ensures that foster parents and pets are matched appropriately and have the support necessary to optimally care for their foster pet(s).
• Maintains all foster program records.
• Coordinates with department managers/supervisors to ensure appropriate animal flow between foster care and the adoption center.
• Updates training materials and programs as needed and alerts fosters to relevant education opportunities.
• Markets pets in need of foster care through various media outlets including social media, newsletters, and more.
• Collaborates with foster parents to ensure that all adoption available pets have proper write ups, photos and marketing to promote their adoption.
• Ensures all foster pets are up to date on medical treatments.  Schedules and conducts regular foster exams for revaccinations, parasite control and other routine medical care.  Identifies and coordinates with the medical team on all non-routine medical care needs.
• Understand and follow PAL veterinary protocols for regular medical concerns, as well as, critical care and intervention.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Monitors the general behavior and health of foster and candidate pets.  Relates concerns to the Director of Operations in a timely manner.
• Develops creative solutions to enhance foster placements, adoptions, capacity for care and community relations consistent with organization long-range goals.
• Makes sure that all foster related procedures and documents are in compliance with all animal welfare and state requirements including maintaining and filing proper paper documentations and database management.
• Promotes savings, material donations and monetary donations to support the foster care program.
• Ensures that foster volunteers know how to implement their role as organization ambassadors.
• Coordinates with other department representatives on all incoming and outgoing pet transfers to maximize care capacity and quality of care.
• Develops and maintains cooperative work relationships with other community agencies, animal control workers and animal welfare organizations, including rescues, veterinarians and other animal services.  
• Is knowledgeable and ensures state regulations, PAL policies, procedures and protocols are being followed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or higher in communications or project management related field and/or a minimum of two years experience in project management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks with interruptions in an energetic environment with the pressure of periodic heavy workloads
• Ability to identify problems and needs and to solve and/or communicate them appropriately.
• Ability to maintain a professional stance and preserve cordial, productive relationships while maintaining confidentiality pertaining to privileged administrative and operational information.
• Ability to communicate complex processes/concepts to a wide variety of people, both in written and verbal form.
• Computer skills to include Google Suite, shelter software programs and social media platforms.
• Ability to build successful, positive relationships with a diverse population.
• Dedication to the PAL mission.
• Personifies PAL core values.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evening, weekend and holiday hours.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and poise in stressful situations.

Animal Care Technicians

Animal Care Technicians are responsible for feeding, cleaning, and providing basic care for rescue dogs and cats, and assisting with adoptions. This position is hands-on and requires availability during mornings and/or evenings. 

The essential qualities for this role include attention to detail, excellent time management skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills to interact well with staff, volunteers, and the public. We are seeking team members to care for both cats and dogs.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Following all written policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, suites, cages, equipment, runs, and other areas of the facility.
• Check and maintain supply levels; make simple observations regarding sickness and/or injury.
• Ability to handle all cats or dogs regardless of breed, temperament, or behavior.
• Report any signs of illness, disease, injury, or unusual activity to the supervisor/manager.
• Provides food, water, and proper care for cats or dogs by adhering to schedules and protocols within departmental policy.
• Monitors all animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined, for signs of illness or unusual behavior; makes notations and reports problems regarding the health and behavior of animals to the appropriate supervisor or medical staff member.
• Shall perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform daily animal enrichment activities.

Job Requirements:

• Prefer experience either working/volunteering for a rescue or caring for dogs and/or cats in a professional environment (boarding, vet office, rescue, groomer, etc.) Willing to train the right candidate.

• Must BE RELIABLE!!! Animals will be depending on you!
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks at the same time.
• Strong team player.

Physical Effort:

• May require lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Handle dogs weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Walking and/or standing for long periods.
• Frequently work in a bent position.
• Must be required to use strength or agility to restrain stronger, more active animals.

Working Conditions:

• Cat Care is an indoor and warehouse environment, and dog care is a combination of indoor and outdoor environments.
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises.
• Exposure to bites, scratches, and animal wastes.
• Possible exposure to contagious diseases.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shifts
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Veterinarian

Palmetto Animal League is looking for a caring, dedicated Vet Tech Assistant to join our team. Vet Tech Assistants work behind-the-scenes at the PAL Adoption Center caring for over 200 homeless cats and dogs. Duties include exams, spay/neuter surgeries, and other essential work to prepare animals for adoption. Working in shelter medicine is rewarding, and we promise you’ll never be bored!

Responsibilities:

• Examine animals and check their health status
• Diagnose illnesses and determine the best treatment
• Dress wounds of injured animals
• Vaccinate animals to prevent diseases
• Prescribe medication
• Advise pet owners on nutrition, preventive healthcare and general care
• Update client records

Skills:

• Experience conducting various types of vaccinations and health checks on animals
• Knowledge of medical equipment (e.g. ultrasound) and anesthesia procedures
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain medical terms and conditions using simple language
• Patience and a love for animals, clients, and team members

Benefits:

• PLIT is covered
• Professional dues and fees covered: PLIT, DEA and other necessary fees.
• Incredible Veterinary Discount Program!
• Job Type: Full-time, part-time contractor or joining the vet team is an option.
• Pay: $85 hour
• Schedule: 8 hour shift
• Monday through Saturday – flexible days and hours

Education:

• Doctorate

Client Services and Reception for Veterinary Clinic and Adoption Center

Palmetto Animal League is searching for an organized and empathetic Client Services and Reception for our Veterinary Clinic and Adoption Center to join our team. Duties include scheduling appointments, issuing invoices, and receiving payments after consultations. An outstanding veterinary receptionist will provide comfort to human and animal clients when in distress and ensure that our office remains presentable at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Greeting and welcoming patients with sincerity.
• Answering telephone calls and returning e-mails.
• Scheduling appointments using our designated software.
• Informing the veterinarian or practice manager of emergencies that require urgent attention.
• Issuing invoices for treatment and prescribed medication after each consultation.
• Receiving and verifying payments after each consultation.
• Monitoring the inventory of items for sale by the practice and restocking these, as needed.
• Overseeing the sale of items stocked by the practice.
• Liaising with courier services and laboratories to ensure that samples are delivered and collected on time.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous administrative experience is a plus, preferably within a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with veterinary medical billing software is advantageous.
• Intermediate computer proficiency.
• Basic arithmetic skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Personable, empathic disposition.
• Capacity to work well during distressing situations.
• Ability to work shifts, on weekends, and on public holidays, as needed.

Veterinary Clinic Manager

Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Palmetto Animal League is looking for a caring, dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our team. Vet Tech Assistants work behind-the-scenes at the PAL Adoption Center caring for over 200 homeless cats and dogs. Duties include exams, spay/neuter surgeries, and other essential work to prepare animals for adoption. Working in shelter medicine is rewarding, and we promise you’ll never be bored!

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and lead techs in providing care and treatment to animals.
  Handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures. 
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian. 
• Prepare animals for surgery, including shaving, cleaning, and sterilizing surgical sites. Monitor animals before, during, and after surgery, ensuring their comfort and safety. 
• Perform laboratory tests, such as blood work and urinalysis, to assist in diagnosing illnesses or injuries.
• Clean and maintain examination rooms, surgical areas, and equipment. 
• Provide basic grooming services, such as bathing and nail trimming. 
• Educate pet owners on proper animal care and answer their questions

Qualifications

• We are willing to train eager candidates new to the field that need to gain experience. Some knowledge of animal behavior and handling techniques preferred. Familiarity with common veterinary procedures and terminology preferred. 
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with staff and adopters. 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail to ensure accurate record keeping and medication administration. 
• Physical stamina to lift heavy animals or equipment as needed. 
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. 
• If you have a passion for working with animals and providing compassionate care, we encourage you to apply for the position of Vet Tech Assistant. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support veterinarians in delivering high-quality care to a variety of animals in a shelter setting. Assistants will get an abundance of experience in shelter medicine, public clinic and surgery. You will assist with examinations, treatments, surgeries, laboratory tests, and more. Your dedication to animal welfare and your ability to work well in a team environment will contribute to the overall success of our veterinary practice.

Additional Information

• Salary based on experience. 
• Opportunities for career growth within the veterinary field. 
• On the job opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills.

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