Job title: Animal Care, Part-Time

Reports to: Shelter Manager

Position Overview:

The Toledo Humane Society is always accepting resumes for Animal Care and will be in contact with interested candidates when positions become available.

Availability: Saturday or Sunday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, two full weekdays 8:00 am – 7:00 pm. Schedule based on the shelter's needs.

Responsibilities:

• Process incoming animal intakes, ensuring proper documentation and care.
• Clean and maintain cages, kennels, and animal living areas daily to ensure a clean and healthy environment.
• Provide food, water, and other necessary supplies to the animals in our care.
• Observe and identify any potential medical issues or behavioral concerns in animals, promptly notifying the department supervisor or assistant supervisor.
• Safely hold, restrain, or assist with animals when necessary for medical procedures or cleaning.
• Administer vaccinations and other preventive care as directed.
• Perform general building cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing public areas.
• Clean and disinfect animal-related items such as litter pans, carriers, bowls, and toys.
• Complete laundry tasks and wash dishes regularly to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Answer incoming phone calls, responding to inquiries from potential adopters, volunteers, and shelter visitors.
• Assist visitors with general information, providing excellent customer service and helping them navigate the adoption process.
• Process adoptions and provide guidance to adopters, ensuring they have all necessary information for a successful adoption experience.
• Maintain a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor at all times, ensuring a welcoming environment for both animals and visitors.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold) as required to care for outdoor animals, assist with cleanup, or support other shelter activities.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned, which may include special events, transport, or urgent care needs.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Passion for animal welfare and a commitment to the well-being of animals.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing needs.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to lift, carry, and manage animals as needed.
• Previous experience in animal care or customer service is a plus.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (heat, rain, snow, etc.).
• Willingness to take on additional tasks as needed to ensure smooth shelter operations.

If you are enthusiastic about helping animals and contributing to a compassionate shelter environment, we encourage you to apply!

Please email your resume to ecook@toledohumane.org to apply!

Job title: Registered Veterinary Technician, Part-Time

Reports to: Shelter Veterinarian

Position Overview:

Toledo Humane Society, Northwest Ohio’s largest open admission nonprofit animal shelter, is hiring for a weekend Registered Veterinary Technician position. We are expanding our programs and need the necessary support staff to help us grow. Hourly salary will vary with experience.

We offer a very competitive salary, generous CE expenses and licensing reimbursement, and deeply discounted medical procedures, supplies, and food for your personal pets. For full-time employment only, benefits include: health/vision/dental, 401(k) match, paid time off (PTO) including holidays, sick time, vacation, free and confidential employee assistance program, and free short-term disability insurance.

The primary responsibilities for this position are to administer treatments for hospitalized patients and triage incoming sick and injured animals to support our animal care staff. Saturdays and/or Sundays can be 8-10 hours per day at your choosing. You could work just one or both weekend days.

Our medical team currently consists of four veterinarians, seven RVTs, and three veterinary assistants. We are a busy, fast-paced environment. Duties include performing physical exams and administering treatments to shelter animals. Our facility has digital x-ray, dental x-ray, two dental stations, and a two-table surgery suite. We care for nearly 6,000 shelter animals every year.

We are looking for a hard-working team player with a positive attitude. We love coming to work every day and like to have fun while we work. We are passionate about helping shelter animals and being part of a life-saving team that makes a difference every day in the lives of homeless animals.

Interested applicants should send their resumes to Anna Brown, DVM at abrown@toledohumane.org

Please see full job description for more information.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Title: Registered Veterinary Technician Department: Medical
Reports to: Shelter Veterinarian, Lead Technician Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Job summary: Primary job duties are related to the medical care of shelter animals

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES FOR PT WEEKEND POSITION:

• Demonstrate core values of organization in all actions and interactions, internal and external
• Provide exemplary customer service and facilitate good experiences for all shelter guests
• Maintain respectful and cooperative working relationships with coworkers
• Perform physical exams as needed, including medical rechecks
• Perform scheduled medical treatments of shelter animals, including cleaning and nursing care of post-op patients, critical patients, and patients in isolation.
• Update shelter veterinarian on status of patients, record progress in electronic records
• Collect medical samples as needed from patients, including blood, urine, fecals, skin scrapes, etc., read samples as needed and prepare samples to send to outside labs
• Fill prescriptions for shelter animals and recently adopted animals
• Respond to voicemails and emails in a timely fashion (generally same day)
• Clean up of medical areas, including surgical packs and laundry
• Provide input on medical policies, procedures, and treatment protocols as needed
• Assist in training and mentoring staff and volunteers as needed - Understand the multiple functions of the shelter, including all THS programs
• Maintain current knowledge of best practices in shelter medicine
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered veterinary technician degree from accredited school, current license to practice in Ohio
• Knowledge of restraint, handling techniques, general animal safety practices, animal body language
• Follow established protocols for limiting spread of disease between surgical or medical patients
• Ability to work independently and in a team, able to professionally and calmly cope with stressful and emotional situations, able to balance multiple priorities and deadlines
• Comfortable interacting with the general public and ability to communicate professionally both orally and in writing
• Proficient use of computer including Microsoft Office programs, email, Internet and shelter software.
• Passion for THS mission, for caring of all animals regardless of age, breed, temperament or species.
• Requires flexible hours, will include working on weekends, may occasionally involve working on evenings or holidays

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted regularly, 50+ pounds assisted
• Ability to be comfortable working with cats, dogs, small animals, and reptiles
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity on a daily basis, including lifting, carrying, reaching, stooping, squatting, bending
• Due to nature of shelter work, may be exposed to deceased, ill, or fractious animals, zoonotic or other diseases, unpleasant noises, odors, or sights, extreme temperatures, irate people