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We'd love to show you our fabulous clinic! We're looking especially for a Clinic Receptionist and Lead Surgery Tech.

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We can't wait to meet you!

 

CAP is always looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of homeless animals. All applicants must be highly motivated toward the welfare and humane treatment of animals, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and know-how to be part of a team. CAP is an equal opportunity employer.

 

If you are interested in working for Citizens for Animals Protection, please download and complete the employment application or the fillable employment application and send it to CAP along with your resume and cover letter indicating the position(s) of interest.  

 

Chief Veterinarian

Summary:  
The Chief Veterinarian works in cooperation with Executive Director, Shelter Director, Veterinary Practice Manager, and Shelter Manager to monitor and improve the general health of the animals in the shelter; to help ensure that the transmission of disease is kept to a minimum; to diagnose and oversee the medical treatment of sick and injured animals; to oversee the administration of all vaccinations for both shelter and public wellness animals; and to perform spay/neuter surgeries, amputations, dental work, hernia repair and other surgical procedures on animals. In addition, the Chief Veterinarian’s expert input is valuable in reviewing the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for animals in incoming & work-up, the shelter, foster care, and in our public wellness clinic. It is vital that the Chief Veterinarian works to ensure that the mission and standards of CAP are upheld.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine from an accredited school of Veterinary Medicine.
  • 2 years’ experience in shelter medicine, preferred.
  • 5 years’ experience in veterinary medicine, preferred.
  • Avimark experience is a plus.
View our Indeed page for more information CAP's Indeed Page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.
 

 

Staff Veterinarian

Summary:  
The Staff Veterinarian works in cooperation with the Director of Veterinary Services and Shelter Management to monitor and improve the general health of the animals in the shelter; to help ensure that the transmission of disease is kept to a minimum; to diagnose and oversee the medical treatment of sick and injured animals; to oversee the administration of all vaccinations; to perform spay/neuter surgeries, amputations, dental work, hernia repair and other surgical procedures on animals. In addition, the staff veterinarian’s expert input is valuable in reviewing the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for animals in incoming & work-up, the shelter, foster care, and in our public wellness clinic. It is vital that the Staff Veterinarian works to ensure that the mission and standards of CAP are upheld.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Doctorate degree in Veterinary Medicine from an accredited school of Veterinary Medicine.
  • New graduates and experienced vets welcome to apply.
  • Avimark experience a plus.
View our Indeed page for more information  CAP's Indeed page.  Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.

 

 

Lead Clinic Wellness Technician

Summary:  

The Lead Clinic Wellness Technician (LCWT) is responsible for assisting the Veterinarians in the Wellness clinic to ensure that animals are treated and evaluated in a humane and professional manner. The LCWT ensures that all areas of the clinic operate efficiently, and the clinic is maintained in clean and sanitary condition. As a Lead Technician, the LCWT is responsible for supervisory work in training employees on wellness skills, ensuring employees are completing skill sheets, training receptionists on wellness-related processes, having a managerial demeanor, handling customer issues as they arise, and be involved in the discipline or commendation of staff.

Required Education and Experience:

  • · High school education with diploma or GED.
  • · At least two (2) years formal training or equivalent experience in a veterinary clinic.
  • · At least three (3) years of proven success in management, within veterinary/human medicine, hospitality, or client services industries.
  • · Avimark and PetPoint experience a plus.
To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.
 
 
Lead Surgery Technician
 
Summary:  
Responsible for assisting the Veterinarians to ensure that animals scheduled for surgery are processed in a humane and professional manner. To help ensure that all areas of the clinic operate efficiently and the clinic is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Oversee the technician staff with regards to training and proficiency in surgery related activities. Responsible for the overall flow of surgeries, ensuring staff are keeping pace, and that all surgeries are completed that are assigned in adherence with protocol, policies and humane treatment of all animals.

Required Education and Experience:

  • High school education with diploma or GED.
  • At least two (2) years formal training or equivalent experience in a veterinary clinic with lead surgery duties.
  • Licensed Vet Tech certification preferred.
To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.

 

 

Surgery & Wellness Veterinary Technician

Summary:  
Responsible for assisting other technicians, Lead Surgery Technicians, and Veterinarians to ensure that animals scheduled for surgery are processed in a humane and professional manner. To help ensure that all areas of the Cornelius Clinic operate efficiently and the clinic is maintained in a clean, sanitary, and organized environment. Assist in ensuring a positive public image and in improving the functioning of the organization. 

Required Education and Experience:

  • 1 year Veterinary Technician experienced preferred
To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.
 

 

Clinic Receptionist

Summary:  

It is the responsibility of the Clinic Receptionist to ensure a professional working and functional relationship between Citizens for Animal Protection (CAP) and Cornelius Clinic co-workers, clients and volunteers. The Clinic Receptionist will work in coordination with the Director of Veterinary Services, Lead Surgery Technician, Veterinary Practice Manager, and other clinic staff, and assists in maintaining a positive and professional public image.

Required Education and Experience:

  • A high school education required.
  • At least one year working in the animal welfare field is required.
  • AVIMARK experience required.
  • At least one year experience as a veterinary receptionist is required.
To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.

 

  

Shelter - Animal Caretaker/Adoption Counselor (full & part-time positions available)

At CAP full-time shelter employees work a variable schedule with at least one weekend day, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm (possibly later), attending to the care of the animals in the shelter. Animal Caretakers are responsible for cleaning the cages and kennels, walking dogs, preparing food, cleaning dishes and litter boxes, doing laundry, sweeping, mopping, and other janitorial duties.

We need hard-working individuals who are not afraid of handling a variety of animals - cats and dogs, rabbits, hamsters, and other small mammals. Individuals must be compassionate toward animals and a good team player. This position provides an opportunity to move into our Adoption, Intake, and Work Up areas. Salary includes health, vacation, and sick leave benefits.

  • Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.

To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.

 

 

Pet Supply Sales Associate

The Pet Supply Sales Associate is often the final impression made on visitors to CAP, making customer service a highly valued skill to ensure that when our clients leave CAP they feel happy about their experience. The Sales Associate is responsible for the daily operations of the Pet Supply Shop (PSS), including processing adoption payments, sales from the store, and effectively asking for donations from customers.

Required education and experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Some experience in retail.

Preferred experience:

  • Experience in a nonprofit environment.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish).
  • Previous experience working with a computerized register program preferred.

To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.

 

 
Foster, Transport, & Rescue Coordinator
 
The Foster, Transport, & Rescue Coordinator position has a tri-fold impact on Citizens for Animal Protection: a) coordinates the foster care program, recruiting and training foster families, coordinating medical care with CAP staff, and promoting the program, b) facilitates CAP’s transport program for animals with our partner agencies, markets available animals to these agencies with the overall goal of relieving the financial and operational burden that pet overpopulation in Houston has on CAP, and c) coordinates with rescue agencies, maintains CAP’s relationship status, seeks to help other agencies as well as position CAP to receive aid when needed.

Required education and experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in PetPoint

Preferred experience:

  • At least two years of animal welfare experience
  • Previous transport experience of one year
  • Previous foster experience of one year

To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.

 

 

Marketing Coordinator
 
The role of the Marketing Coordinator is to build, foster and deepen relationships with community members, community organizations and stakeholder agencies and to market the work of CAP throughout the community and onsite.

Required education and experience:

  • 2 years of experience managing complex, quick paced marketing projects.
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred experience:

  • Two years of college or more
  • Some supervisory and management experience

To view the full job listing visit CAP's Indeed page. Interested applicants may submit a resume and completed application by emailing [email protected]org to be considered.

 

 

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