Connecting Point

AnimalSave Spay/Neuter Clinic, 520 East Main Street, Grass Valley, CA  95945

Tuesday, Thursday and/or Friday 8:00am – 12:00pm and 2:00pm - 5:00pm.  Volunteers may work one or more shifts. We will work out your specific schedule together.

Position Summary: The position assists in the spay/neuter clinic on surgery days.  This is a critical volunteer position that ensures the health and well-being of privately owned dogs and cats receiving services from AnimalSave’s Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Is reliable and dedicated to AnimalSave’s mission
• Depending on experience:
  • Assists with paperwork, in-take, weighing, taking temperatures
  • Restrains dogs and cats for pre-surgery injections
  • Draws vaccines
  • Cleans and sanitizes prep table between patients
  • Monitors animals during post-op
• Following surgery, cleans surgical instruments, does laundry, cleans kennels when animals are released, cleans and sanitizes clinic, sweeps, mops and performs other housekeeping duties
• Follows established procedures for sanitizing and disinfecting
• Follows established procedures for safely handling animals
• Listens well and follows directions
• Works well with others and is a team player

Qualifications:

• Veterinary clinic experience a plus, but not required
• Animal handling experience a plus, but not required
• Ability to follow established policy and procedures
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand, bend and lift
• Must be able to tolerate anesthesia materials and cleaning and disinfecting products

Other Considerations:

• Training will be provided
• Minimum of 6-month commitment expected
• No drugs, alcohol or use of tobacco/vaping products allowed on premises