Shelter Medicine Assistant Level Three
Company: Atlanta Humane Society And Society
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description The Shelter Medicine Assistant Level Three performs
a variety of animal health care duties and assists the veterinarian
in examining and preparing animals for surgery and adoption. The
Shelter Medicine Assistant Level 3 ensures high quality animal care
in accordance with the AHS mission and goals and communicates
effectively with peers, volunteers, and leadership. Duties &
Responsibilities Promote a culture of teamwork, positivity,
compassion, and performance excellence Conduct physical exams and
relay pertinent information to the Veterinarian Handle animals in a
humane and gentle manner according to established safety policies
and procedures and Fear Free methodologies Calculate drug dosages
for individual animals Administer intravenous, subcutaneous, and
intramuscular injections Perform induction and intubation of
patients for surgical procedures Monitor anesthesia through
recovery and understand basic anesthesia principles Preparation of
surgical patients using aseptic technique Place intravenous
catheters Accurately enters and maintains records in shelter
medical database Sterilizes surgical instruments and keeps up with
laundry Remain alert and aware of animal behavior and physical
condition Report concerns to appropriate departments or managers
Maintain safe and sanitary areas for animals to ensure they are
clean, dry, and comfortable Properly cleans and disinfects animal
holding facilities according to established protocols Collect
samples for diagnostic testing, including blood draws, feces and
urine collection, radiographs, etc. Accurately perform diagnostic
tests as requested by the Veterinarians including but not limited
to fecal flotation, ELISA tests (parvovirus, heartworm, FeLV/FIV),
TiterChek tests, urinalyses, and Woods lamp evaluation Interacts
with other departments to provide information and care Work
cooperatively with other departments, volunteers, and locations to
accomplish departmental and AHS goals Provides relief assistance to
other locations Other duties as assigned Qualifications High school
diploma or GED equivalent Minimum of six months experience in a
similar capacity in an animal shelter, veterinary hospital or
clinic preferred Willingness to learn and acquire new skills and
knowledge Willingness to complete GVMA Certified Veterinary
Assistant Level 1 (employer paid) Willingness to complete AHS
Medical Certification Level 1-3 Computer literate in a Windows
environment; PetPoint experience preferred Ability to utilize
effective problem solving/decision making skills Ability to
communicate effectively both verbally and written Ability to
multi-task and handle a high stress, emotional environment Ability
to travel and provide program support to other AHS locations and
departments General knowledge of animal welfare preferred Obtain
certificate as certified euthanasia technician within 12 months of
hire Must be able to work well with a diverse clientele; different
races, ethnicities, faiths, sexual orientations, income levels,
etc. Requires humane handling of animals and safe handling of
cleaning supplies, chemicals and equipment in compliance with
safety rules and according to SDS rules Works in high noise level
areas Physical efforts require constant bending, lifting 50 lbs.,
stooping, and standing Exposure to dogs and cats of all sizes and
varying degrees of behavior and/or medical conditions. Exposure to
animal waste and common allergens
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