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Adoption Center
Dakin Humane Society is a leading non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to improving the lives of animals in need and the people who care about them through various programs and services, helping more than 20,000 animals each year including cats, dogs, and other common small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, etc.
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative leader to fill our Medical Director & Adoption Center Veterinarian role to continue our mission and work alongside other passionate individuals.
The Medical Director/Adoption Center Veterinarian is responsible for delivering high-quality, effective medical care to adoption center animals including diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and follow-up as well as maintaining compliance with applicable laws and protocols, and supervising our team of incredible veterinarians. You will be joining a knowledgeable, well-trained support team equipped with established organizational protocols to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Position Requirements:
-Graduation from a university or college accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctor degree.
-Must be available to work a set, full-time schedule negotiated with Dakin at the time of hire.
Licenses and Certification:
- Current license to practice veterinary medicine in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Massachusetts controlled substance license.
- DEA license.
Benefits include:
-Ample amounts of PTO (like 30 days in your second year of full-time employment, and 35 days in your third year, in addition to 5 paid holidays)!
-Health, dental, and vision insurance
-Flexible Spending Account
-100% employer paid Life Insurance Policy
-Employee Assistance Program
-401k with employer-paid advisors
-Discounted pet care for your pets
-Generous continuing education allotment with paid days off, in addition to regular PTO
-Annual reimbursements for license fees, liability insurance, and professional membership dues
-Support from Dakin’s experts including Operations, Marketing, HR, and Finance
-Eligibility for the Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Salary: $150,000 -Additional compensation consideration may be given to candidates with significant shelter medicine and/or leadership experience.
Medical Director & Adoption Center Veterinarian job description
Do you have a passion for helping people in need, as well as animals? Do you dream about becoming part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of pet families in the community as well as homeless animals? Do you want to work in an environment that is welcoming, friendly, supportive, and has no shortage of humor? If this sounds like you then Dakin Humane Society wants to know!
Dakin is looking to hire a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our team and deliver our mission. As the only non-profit, full-service animal welfare organization serving our region, we need to help a lot of people (and their animals). You can help us do it.
If you are an organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and has excellent time management and organizational skills, we want to hear from you.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Evaluating animals for disease, injury or other health issues and reporting concerns to shelter veterinarian
- Initiating treatment for sick animals based on written medical protocols
- Providing medical support and guidance to our foster care volunteers
- Reviewing and discussing medical records with clients and staff
- Providing technical assistance to our shelter veterinarian including radiology, lab work and surgical assistance/anesthesia monitoring
We are looking for applicants with prior experience working as a technician in an animal shelter or veterinary clinic. Applicants must be proficient in monitoring animals under anesthesia and be able to work independently. Clear communication, attention to detail, and ability to focus with multiple priorities is necessary.
This position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with cats!
This position requires working one weekend day. Excellent benefits including extremely generous PTO for full-time employees (like 30 days in your second year of full-time employment, 35 days in your third year)!
Interested in applying?
Please fill out the form at the bottom of this page and submit both your cover letter and your resume.
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour. Additional compensation may be given to CVT candidates.
Veterinary Technician job description
Admin & Development
Are you an expert at organizing, nailing the details, and taking the initiative to solve problems? Do you enjoy working independently, and also thrive in an environment that fosters collaboration with colleagues (with a side of dog slobber)? Come to Dakin and surround yourself with compassionate people who strive to make a positive difference in the lives of animals in need and the people who care about them.
Dakin Humane Society is currently seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to support the Human Resources and Finance department. This person will be dealing with a high level of confidentiality and assisting our finance team to accurately record and manage Dakin’s financial records. This role requires communicating with staff across all departments so great written and interpersonal skills are a must.
Position Requirements:
- Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Gmail.
- Experience with QuickBooks and HRIS systems is a plus.
The workweek will be Monday through Friday, fully onsite. Excellent benefits including extremely generous PTO to give you plenty of time for your personal life (like 30 days in your second year of full-time employment, 35 days in your third year)!
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Sign-On Bonus!
Bilingual English/Spanish candidates who apply to Dakin will receive a $500 bonus if they are hired and after they successfully reach 90 days of employment. Bilingual candidates must be fluent in both written and verbal communication to qualify for this bonus.
Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Administrative Assistant -HR & Finance job description
How to Apply
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