Clinic Admin Volunteer

The GTHS runs a low-cost Rabies Vaccine and Microchip Clinic eight times a year for local pet owners; four on-site at our Animal Centre and four off-site at various venues within the community. Providing these services protects cats and dogs against the deadly Rabies disease and allows animals to be quickly reunited with their families when lost.

In 2022, 71 pets were microchipped and 202 pets in our community were immunized against rabies.

Description

Reporting to the Hospital Administrator, the Clinic Admin Volunteer will be responsible for liaising onsite with pet owners before and after their pet’s appointment, and overseeing patient information, as well as vaccine and microchip documentation.

Time Commitment

Eight Fridays across the course of the year for approximately 2.5 hours per Clinic; from 9.45am until approximately 12.15pm. Clinic dates for the year will be provided at time of application. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required.

Roles and Responsibilities

Set up greeting station (tables and chairs) for off-site clinics
Ensure clinic schedule, patient records and payment information are available before first clinic appointment
Greet and register pet owners as they arrive onsite
Liaise with pet owners to ensure appointment / patient records are complete and when last vaccines took place
Accept payment for services, as appropriate
Complete and tally payment activity sheet (for hand-in to Hospital Administrator at end of clinic)
Answer questions pertaining to vaccination and microchipping process, risks, etc.
Promote GTHS programs and services
Assist Clinic Technician Aide as required
Regularly sanitize surfaces and items touched
Dispose of any garbage and recyclables

Qualifications

18 years of age minimum
Punctual and reliable
Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare
Diligent compliance with guidelines and protocols for personal and animal safety
Self-motivated and energetic
Able to work in a very fast paced environment
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Confident handling cash and accepting payments electronically
Basic math (for providing change and tallying payment activity sheet)
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Works cooperatively and effectively with others
A criminal record (police) check is required

Working Conditions:

Physical demands of the position include: standing for duration of shift, some bending, kneeling and carrying cats in carriers with a potential maximum weight of 20lb / 9.1kg

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