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Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary
Attn: Autumn Russell
8935 Thompson Road
Lake Odessa, MI 48849

2 positions currently available.

Dog Care Attendant

Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary needs an enthusiastic, versatile, team-player to serve as a full-time Dog Care Attendant. A Dog Care Attendant must be able to pay close attention to detail along with following written directions and steps on chemicals for proper and safe sanitation. You must enjoy working with dogs in outdoor and indoor environments throughout all seasons. Knowing dog body behavior and handling is a must!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Cleans and disinfects assigned dog kennels and areas, which include, but is not limited to clean up of animal waste and other body fluids.
Handles various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc. and must comply with all regulations such as OSHA, EPA, State Health Department, etc.
Performs tasks assigned in the daily duty sheets.
Handle dogs, including those of unknown temperament, aggression, sick or injured.
Visually inspects animals for overall health problems and follow-up if necessary.
Ensures and maintains the proper handling of animals throughout the shelter in accordance with the Animal Care Department’s Standard Operating Procedures.
Periodically spot cleans assigned kennels and/or facilities.
Ensures animals have an opportunity for socialization and exercise daily.
Provides accurate information in a clear, friendly, and concise manner.
Maintains a professional and cordial working attitude.
Advises Supervisor of any conditions that are unsafe including unrecognized hazards or infractions of safety rules.
Reinforce the established training methods of MAS.
Maintain Germ-Free status of Isolation area.
Maintains working knowledge of sanitation chemicals, protocols, safety concern, storage, and handling.
Follow all special cleaning and care procedures as directed.
Notify Supervisor of all needed maintenance. Work effectively with Maintenance personnel to complete all facility’s needs.
Cleans and disinfects assigned buildings and areas, which include, but is not limited to, clean up of animal waste and other body fluids.
Disposes of trash, waste, and other disposable materials.
Attends mandatory department meetings and training.
Follows proper safety precautions and wears appropriate safety equipment.
Reports any malfunctions of equipment or safety and security concerns to the Supervisor.
Reinforce the established training methods of MAS.
Respect MAS dogs and treat them with the utmost kindness and compassion.

Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to use a computer and perform basic data entry and reporting.
Ability to have close contact with domesticated animals.
Ability to handle, restrain, lift, and move domesticated animals.
Ability to work in a team oriented and frequently changing environment.
Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be required to stand for long periods of time.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to move continuously during work hours.
The employee must be able to pull, lift, and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds.
The employee must be able to restrain large animals as needed.
Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary is a Drug-Free Workplace.

Starting Wage

$11 – $12.50

Please email dwigfield@mackpack.info the application listed above today!

Part-time/Full-time Veterinary Technician

Job Summary

Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary, a non-profit dog sanctuary, is seeking a part time or full time experienced veterinary assistant with at least 3 years’ clinical experience or a licensed veterinary technician. Must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, possess strong communication (both written and verbal), organizational, and problem-solving skills. Duties will include, but are not limited to, emergency triage, monitoring anesthesia, surgical assistance, radiology, clinical laboratory work, managing inventory, scheduling, preparing paperwork, transporting patients for referrals and emergencies, and assisting with housekeeping of the veterinary building.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Effectively perform veterinary technician skills, including (but not limited to) venipuncture, IV catheter placement, monitoring anesthesia, positioning for radiographs, interpreting fecal flotations, reading urinalysis sediments, administering injections, oral medications, topical medications, and vaccines, calculating medication doses, filling prescriptions
Triaging wellness concerns and emergencies then communicating with veterinarian regarding appropriate treatment if necessary
Communicating with kennel attendants and adoption team regarding medical care of resident dogs in written and verbal form by providing accurate information in a clear, friendly and concise manner
Assisting with machine maintenance, including (but not limited to) blood analyzers, autoclave, dental drill, anesthesia equipment
Opening and closing medical building including restocking medical building and kennel medical supplies
Scheduling, preparing paperwork, transporting patients, and communicating with veterinary specialists for referrals and emergencies
Working independently on assigned medical tasks
Accurately recording all medical information for dogs at MAS
Handling various medicines, cleaning solvents, and chemicals while complying with all regulations such as OSHA, EPA, State Health Department
Attending mandatory department meetings and training sessions
Following proper safety precautions and wearing appropriate safety equipment while advising supervisor of any conditions that are unsafe, including unrecognized hazards or infractions of safety rules
Maintaining a professional and cordial working attitude
Respecting MAS dogs and treating them with the utmost kindness and compassion
Engaging in a team-focused, detail-oriented, rewarding work environment

Abilities:

Attention to detail
Organized
Ability to effectively utilize veterinary software, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel
Problem-solving skills
Self-motivated
Able to process direction from veterinarian via in-person contact, e-mail, text, or phone consultations
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Handle, restrain, lift and move domesticated animals
Work as a team in a frequently changing environment
Work varied hours/days, weekends and holidays, as needed

Physical Demands

Employee may be required to stand for long periods of time.
Employee is regularly required to move continuously during work hours.
The employee must be able to pull, lift, and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds.
The employee must be able to restrain large animals (dogs) as needed.
Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary is a Drug-Free Workplace

Note: Management has the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position. This job description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.