Animal Intake Team Member

Job Description

Job Description

Duties:

• Records all pertinent data into PetPoint database
• Assures the re-vaccination of all animals admitted to the facility as needed, and administer medications, either orally, nasally, or by injection, according to the prescribed guidelines
• Assures that the Intake Desk is manned during all hous open to the public
• Refers questions about non-routine circumstances to the Shelter Manager
• Receives payments/donations for services rendered, according to a defined schedule, and balances the cash register to the computer record of transactions daily
• Maintains a good working relationship with volunteers at the Shelter
• Euthanizes animals is required
• Assists other staff in holding animals being administered medication or euthanized, and aids in controlling and moving large or unruly animals
• Performs other duties as assigned by Shelter Manager

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work well with staff, volunteers and customers, especially those surrendering pets for euthanizing
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of infection control procedures and safe handling of dogs and cats
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge of animal health and behavior issues
• Demonstrate ability to enter data into a PC database and retrieve periodic reports from same