Careers

PROGRAM: Spay & Neuter Clinic
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Spay & Neuter Manager
LOCATION: Oklahoma City
STATUS: Non-Exempt 

OK Humane is a high-volume, affordable spay/neuter clinic that services perform an average of 65 spay/neuter surgeries a day. We also see 20 animals a day for vaccinations and general health check-ups.

We are a high energy, dynamic team that works hard every day to provide every pet that walks through our doors with care, compassion, and top-notch customer service. Want to join our team?

We are looking for a veterinary assistant! This position is the backbone of our surgery team. From assisting in surgery, answering owner’s questions, and keeping the clinic clean and organized, there is never a dull moment in a vet assistant’s day.

Here’s who we’re looking for:

• You like to MOVE! Sitting at a desk makes you antsy, and you’d rather hustle through your day than dawdle in front of a computer.
• One of your catchphrases is, “How can I help?”—you always bring your best to every situation and contribute however you can.
• Bring on the multi-tasking! You can make a sandwich, file your taxes, walk your dog AND call your grandma at the same time.
• You love the sensation that comes from being on a team and accomplishing the impossible with a solid group effort.
• Nothing would make you prouder than to be a part of an effort to reduce pet overpopulation in our community.

Duties & Responsibilities:

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas when necessary.
• Spot clean throughout the day.
• Clean prep room and operating room at the end of the day.
• Wash and sterilize all surgical packs throughout the day.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Restrain all patients during anesthesia induction and intubation.
• Monitor all patients on gas anesthesia.
• Prepare patients for surgery as instructed.
• Transport patients from prep room to operating room.
• Assist veterinarians in surgery as needed.
• Keep veterinary lead assistant informed of animal behavior, health, or concerns.
• Administer animal vaccinations, tests, medications and treatments as directed.
• Assist clients with necessary paperwork.
• Monitor patients in recovery.
• Provide excellent patient care.

Job Requirements:

• Must be able to learn basic veterinary medical concepts including but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks.
• Must also be able to communicate basic veterinary concepts to owners and be able to repeat information relayed by a veterinarian.
• Will be asked to communicate with the public on a daily basis in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow directions and multitask.

Physical Requirements:

Work may be performed in a kennel/shelter setting and/or outdoors.

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must have good range of motion in joints especially wrist, knees, elbows.
• Must have good range of motion in your back, for instance twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers. Exposure to disinfectant solutions when cleaning.
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals of questionable temperament.

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Department: Spay and Neuter Clinic
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Sr. Clinic Manager
Status: Non-Exempt

Purpose of Position:

Responsible for daily care of all surgical patients, provide client services and education to Veterinary Assistants.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

• Monitoring and advising Veterinary Assistants.

• Report employee or client problems to Clinic Manager.

• Provide in-person and telephone client service and answer questions.

• Actively support associate staff and volunteers; promote the development of skills related to the advancement of our goals and mission.

• Maintain medical inventory and supplies.

• Triage all patients as they are checked in. Report health concerns to attending Veterinarian.

• Assist Veterinarians in surgery as needed.

• Calculate and administer anesthesia to all surgical patients per anesthetic protocol.

• Maintain all necessary drug logs and patient records.

• Stay current in knowledge of emergency drugs and protocol.

• Administer animal vaccinations, tests, medications and treatments as directed.

• Perform daily cleaning of kennels, cages and public areas when necessary.

• Spot clean throughout the day.

• Clean prep room and operating room at the end of the day.

• Wash and sterilize all surgical packs throughout the day.

• Restrain all patients during anesthesia induction and intubation.

• Monitor all patients on gas anesthesia.

• Prepare patients for surgery as instructed.

• Transport patients from prep room to operating room.

• Assist clients with necessary paperwork.

• Monitor patients in recovery.

•  All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Must possess basic veterinary medical concepts including but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks.
• Must also be able to communicate basic veterinary concepts to owners and be able to repeat information relayed by a veterinarian.
• Must possess decision making skills and the ability to manage multiples tasks.
• Will be asked to take medical histories for surgical rechecks.
• Will be asked to communicate with the public on a daily basis in a professional manner.
• Will be asked to handle (on average) 30 dogs and cats per day.
• Will be asked to assist in transport programs as scheduled.
• Must be able to learn characteristics of animal behavior (for example: be able to identify aggressive or fearful behavior).
• Must be able to use appropriate safety equipment for fractious or feral animals (will train) – the use of safety equipment is mandatory.
• Must possess excellent reflexes.
• Must be proficient at animal restraint for various procedures.
• Ability to follow directions and multitask.

Physical Requirements: 

Work may be performed in a kennel/shelter setting and/or outdoors.

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must have good range of motion in joints especially wrist, knees, elbows.
• Must have good range of motion in your back, for instance twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers. Exposure to disinfectant solutions when cleaning.
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals of questionable
  temperament.

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Department: Adoption
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Adoption Center Manager
Status:  Non-Exempt / Overtime-Eligible

Purpose of Position:

To assist with adoptions for dogs and cats in the OK Humane Adoption Program. To provide humane and proper care to the organization’s animals being housed on site and to additionally provide excellent customer service to anyone visiting the program location.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

• Works closely with Foster/Volunteer Coordinator to schedule animals drop offs and pickups.
• Works closely with members of the OK Humane to determine volunteer needs on a regular basis or for one-time projects/events.
• Clean and sanitize cat and dog living areas.
• Clean and sanitize stainless steel cat cages.
• Daily feeding and fresh water.
• Assist foster parents with animal drop offs and pickups.
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of work and public areas.
• Assist in administering animal vaccinations, tests, medications and treatments as directed.
• Assist with general questions and requests from the public.
• Assist with transporting or arranging transport of pets between various OK Humane locations as needed.
• Monitor animals and immediately report health or behavior abnormalities to supervisor.
• Maintains timely and accurate electronic records and hard files of adoptions.
• Performs follow-up calls with adopters.
• Manage retail display and sales.
• Operate cash register and follow set cash handling standard operating procedures.
• Follow established disease control protocols to daily clean, disinfect, and maintain shelter apartments, kennels, cages, and general areas.
• Operate laundry and dishwashing equipment.
• Restock cleaning areas with supplies and equipment.
• Maintain equipment in working condition, report equipment or supply needs to supervisor.
• Maintain work and general areas in an organized manner.
• Assist with intake procedures for OK Humane pets.
• Take out the trash.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: 

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and be comfortable learning to drive and driving OK Humane fleet vehicles.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a professional, tactful, mature, and sincere attitude, and be able to represent the mission, goals, and policies of OK Humane in a creative, credible, and energetic manner.
• Experience in pet adoption counseling is preferred but not mandatory
• Must be able to work maturely and respectfully with diverse groups of people.
• Must be organized, flexible, and adjust to rapid, changing needs.
• Must be knowledgeable and comfortable with computer systems used in operations and have basic computer skills, including database skills (ex. Word, Excel, Outlook, database, and mail merge).
• Knowledge of and commitment to animal welfare issues is strongly preferred.
• Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of OK Humane.
• Must be proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to follow directions and multitask.
• Position will require weekend days and evenings.
• Retail sales experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service.
• Confidence handling or learning to handle both dogs and cats.
• Ability to work within a team environment while on the go.

Physical Requirements: 

Work may be performed in a kennel/shelter setting and outdoors.

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, and elbows.
• Must have a good range of motion in your back, for instance, twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers. Exposure to disinfectant solutions when cleaning.
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals of questionable temperament.

Apply Now