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Spay/Neuter Surgeon

The Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic, a high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter clinic attached to the Humane Society Calumet Area, is seeking a part-time veterinarian. The primary duty of this position is to perform spay/neuter surgeries. The position is part-time (3 days per week), and could become full-time for the right candidate. The clinic was constructed in 2011 and all equipment is new. Salary is competitive and the position does not require any evening or weekend hours. A DVM degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine is required (a current Indiana license is preferred). Experience working in a high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter clinic is preferred. Please email your cover letter and resume to Holly Anderson, DVM at handerson@hscalumet.org

Clinic Director

Reports to:Executive Director of the Humane Society Calumet Area

Hours:Full-Time, Exempt

Job Summary

The Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic is a non-profit, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter clinic. The clinic is attached to the Humane Society Calumet Area (HSCA) and serves dogs and cats from the HSCA, local rescue groups, and low-income members of the public. The Clinic Director supervises the clinic’s medical staff, office staff, and volunteers. The Clinic Director provides leadership towards implementing and managing the clinic’s mission, strategy, and objectives.

Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage the human resources of the clinic in conjunction with the Executive Director, including recruitment and release of staff and volunteers
• Ensure proper training of staff and teambuilding
• Market the clinic through community outreach and developing relationships with local humane and professional agencies for referrals
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and codes
• Lead the daily check-in and check-out process for spay/neuter clients; provide excellent customer service and client education; handle any client concerns
• Manage the appointment schedule for optimal clinic efficiency
• Ensure proper medical records are kept for each patient and owners receive appropriate paperwork
• Organize and lead special events and projects, which may include fundraisers, vaccine clinics, speaking engagements and community education
• Oversee inventory process and ordering of medical and office supplies
• Increase fundraising efforts for the clinic through methods including grant funding
• Supervise clinic disinfection protocols in conjunction with veterinarian
• Supervise handling and recording of controlled substances in conjunction with veterinarian
• Actively promote spay and neuter, and educate clients on responsible pet care
• Ensure the clinic has properly working equipment
• Represent the Estelle Marcus Animal Clinic in a positive and professional manner at all times
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Qualification

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years administrative and supervisory experience preferred, especially in the veterinary or animal welfare field
• Demonstrated commitment to animal welfare, especially spay/neuter, preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, work efficiently, and maintain positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer use, including traditional office software packages
• Knowledge of human resources management practices and procedures

Applicants may send resume and cover letter via email to handerson@hscalumet.org; or mail/drop off resumes to 421 45th Street, Munster, IN 46321.

Applicants may send resume and cover letter via email to rdelaney@hscalumet.org; or mail/drop off resumes to 421 45th Street, Munster, IN 46321.

Please contact the shelter at 219-922-3811 or email us at info@hscalumet.org with any questions concerning shelter employment.