Veterinary Assistant Intern - Kenosha Campus

Posted 9 days ago

wisconsin humane societyKenosha (WI)

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Veterinary Services

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Veterinary Assistant Intern - Kenosha Campus Kenosha Campus - Kenosha, WI 53142

Overview: Position Type Internship

Description: The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring a Veterinary Assistant Intern for a fall/winter internship at our Kenosha Campus! This is an unpaid, seasonal internship scheduled up to 30 hours per week. This internship is ideal for those interested in veterinary or shelter medicine fields and provides the opportunity to assist our veterinary staff with a variety of duties and gain valuable experience. Interns are responsible for their own transportation and living arrangements. If you're looking for a opportunity that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and people while working alongside a supportive team, apply today!

Key accountabilities:

Preparing and/or administering animal treatments
Assisting with surgery preparation and surgical recovery
Assisting with the movement of patients, recovery of patients, and general flow
Cleaning of veterinary clinic and exam rooms
Assisting with foster animal exams and rechecks

Qualifications:

Able to successfully meet the physical demands of the job, which include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Highly motivated, enthusiastic self-starter with a professional attitude
Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approach
Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work
Come see why over 280 staff call WHS home! You'll be happy you did!

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin. It was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis and a wildlife rehabilitation center in Milwaukee. The organization offers adoption services, youth programs, low-cost veterinary resources, retail stores, volunteer programs, dog training classes, and much more. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group. The Wisconsin Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Application instructions: Click on "Apply Now" to begin your online employment application. We will reach out to you via the e-mail you provided or by phone once we have an update on your application.

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