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Positions Available
Fuzzy, The Pet Parent Company, California, USA (posted 5th February) Remote Telehealth, Flexible Hours
Fuzzy, The Pet Parent Company is a digital pet health company, providing industry leading products and professional services with the mission of extending pet lives through greater access to veterinary care and education.
In this increasingly digital economy, we believe that there is an enormous opportunity to use technology to bring veterinary expertise to the living rooms and back yards of the 85 million American households that own a pet. Our valued customers subscribe to our digital health experience platform to get professional, point-of-need advice about all manner of at any time, day or night.
Who you are:
- CVT, RVT, or LVT, currently working on accreditation, or a current DVM student
- You love pets and are passionate about helping owners be awesome pet parents
- Excited about the potential for digital transformation in veterinary medicine and you want to make a BIG impact on pet health
- Enthusiasm, collegiality, and integrity are at the core of who you are and how you work
- Reliable, accountable, and find joy in your chosen profession
What you'll do:
- Provide Fuzzy’s Pet Parents with a compassionate, thorough, and a medically excellent telehealth experience
- Use your expertise and training to triage inbound emails and chats to mitigate a variety of situations
- Provide counsel to customers experiencing urgent, emergency issues and needing to stabilize their pet in order to get them to a proper care facility
- Talk owners through minor issues and provide general advice on matters related to mild food allergies, nutrition, dermatology, and parasites
Fuzzy - The Pet Parent Company, is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building diversity as a core principle of our identity.
This a remote-eligible, contract position. We are open to flexible scheduling, in order best serve customers throughout the United States.
To apply, please click here.
Koh Mak Animal Care Center, Koh Mak, Thailand (posted 2nd February) Volunteer Vet Nurses
COVID-19 UPDATE:
The world has changed and we have to accept what is. The animals don't know what the coronavirus is and so we won't tell them. We will just keep trying to help as many as we can.
If you're in Thailand, or once things open up, please contact us. We need your help. Thank You!
About Us:
- We are a small volunteer vet clinic caring for Koh Mak's stray, temple & owned animals and dedicated to improving their lives since 2016.
- We are a Non-Profit organization and rely entirely on donations, volunteers and sponsorship to carry out our work. We receive no government funding, and rely heavily on the good-will of the local community, tourists and friends.
- We would like to provide medical care and also to have a dedicated neutering and vaccination program carried out with the help of volunteer vets when they visit.
- We are seeking volunteers with veterinary experience. Ideal would be plenty of spay/neuter experience, preferably in a rural basic setting.
- We are looking for both vets and vet nurses.
The Clinic:
- Initially we will be looking at setting up and stocking the clinic, and creating best practices for a clinic that will have revolving doctors.
- We can control the dog and cat population through neutering of all stray and temple animals and through promotion of the sterilizing of owned animals. We want to be able to provide nursing care to animals in crisis and work to educate the public in responsible animal care.
- Create an culturally appropriate ongoing sterilization project for owned pets as well as strays. (There is a once a year sterilization program, but it dosen't get the litters born between. And also some dogs cannot be caught on the one day, and so we need more time)
- The animal related things would be to create and implement a campaign to vaccinate all animals on the island (hopefully with tags and collars). No rabies on island currently, but we do have Distemper and Parvo. And a lot of mange and heart worm. Our goal is to keep Koh Mak rabies free, through vaccination and education.
- And then accident/crisis care as it comes up.
- This will be a great place to hone your skills as you will be in effect the manager of the clinic when you are here. Please understand this aspect.
- Koh Mak is not a huge island, and so total management is possible with ongoing work.
- In addition we would like to setup a training program for folks on island be able to assist visiting vets. Maybe 4-5 people at a time. Learning prep, instrument ID, anesthesia, etc.
- We won't always get a vet and an assistant together (although this is the ideal pairing), so we hope to train a bunch here on island so when we have a doctor visiting we can have additional staff.
Accommodation:
- The clinic has a small self contained apartment as part of the structure. (In fall of 2018 we will have 2 new bedrooms, for a total of 3 rooms.)
- The cozy bedroom has a king bed, armoire and fan. There is a covered terrace with a table and chairs, and a Thai style bathroom with shower.
- A covered outdoor kitchen completes the apartment.
- There is also a scooter available for clinic use.
Koh Mak:
- The island is just off the coast of Cambodia, so the folks who live here come from both Thailand and Cambodia.
- People working with the clinic will get a chance to interact with both of these similar but different cultures.
- In addition they will get to experience first hand how Buddhism is the cornerstone of both cultures.
- We work closely with the islands residents, so you will get a chance to how they live and experience island life.
- Koh Mak is located in an archipelago of 50+ islands on the far eastern seaboard of Thailand.
- There is plenty of opportunity for swimming, snorkeling, diving and Kayaking. On land, there are bicycling trails, muai Thai, tennis, and plenty of restaurants and bars.
- Koh Mak is a small island, and the "coconut wireless" speed is very fast. It's like a small village, with everyone knowing the goings on.
- Transport from Bangkok can be via small plane, taxi, bus, or minibus. The trip by land takes about 5 hours. There is then a 45 minute boat ride to the island.
For more information or to apply please contact Kevin: kalapana100@yahoo.com
www.kohmakanimalclinic.wixsite.com/home
Gaia Veterinary Centre, Singapore (posted 1st February) Vet Technician
Hello!
We are Gaia Veterinary Centre, and we are looking for an experienced veterinary technician to join our current team of 3 veterinarians and 6 support staff.
Why would you want to join Gaia?
Great question. Here’s what we believe in and practise every day:
- We care for patients as if they are our own pets
- We partner with pet owners to support the well-being of their pets
- We believe that making a difference starts in our neighbourhood (i.e. Serangoon) and the community
- We strongly support continuous education, no matter the role
- You look forward to working in an inclusive and supportive team. We at Gaia place great importance in teamwork with clear and professional communication.
Who is missing in the Team Gaia?
1) Experienced Veterinary Technicians
You will be assisting our 3 veterinarians with anaesthesia, care of hospitalized patients, overnight hospitalization, and the many diagnostic (IDEXX Biochem/Haematology) and imaging (ultrasound, CT, Fluoroscopy) procedures.
- Require relevant educational qualifications.
How will you grow with Gaia Veterinary Centre?
You can expect lots of opportunities to experience the whole spectrum of veterinary medicine that include (but not limited to) orthopaedics, physiotherapy, advanced imaging, in-house diagnostics and even exotic animal medicine. We are a close knit team and you will receive strong support from your colleagues.
If you love animals, enjoy working with people, please email your CV to gaiaanimalhospitalsg@gmail.com. We hope to hear from you and maybe chat over kaya toast and kopi peng!
Visit www.gaiavets.com, or follow us on Facebook and instagram
(gaia_vets) to know more about us!
Eagle Ridge Veterinary Hospital and The Landing Vet Clinic, Sunshine Coast, BC, Canada (posted 25th January)
Signing Bonus, but Must Love Snacks to accept!
Some people say they are great but we challenge you to come here and see for yourself that, WE ACTUALLY ARE!
If you want to work in a fully-equipped AAHA-accredited hospital with people who rally together to help pets and support each other every day, then you have found the opportunity that’s going to change your life.
Eagle Ridge Veterinary Hospital and The Landing Vet Clinic are located on the beautiful Sunshine Coast in British Columbia, and we are looking for a full-time RVT to add to our team.
Our RVTs work on a rotating 4-day weekly schedule which will give you plenty of time to enjoy boating, hiking, and living close to the ocean. Experience is preferred, but new graduates will thrive as well because we have such a supportive team. We value work-life balance and our favourite F-word is FUN so, if that resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you.
We take a lot of pride in delivering a superior experience for both clients and pets. We value your ideas, input and personal development. A commitment to practicing Fear Free medicine is a must because it’s all we talk about around here!
The Sunshine Coast's belt of paradise on the Pacific Ocean offers those with a love for the great outdoors the chance to live the West Coast lifestyle, while simultaneously enjoying quick access to mainland British Columbia. It’s only a 40-minute ferry ride to Vancouver’s Horseshoe Bay terminal! Spend time hiking with family and friends, mountain biking, diving, kayaking, or traversing the world class provincial park sites. The region boasts approximately 844 identified trails covering over 1570 kilometers, complete with soaring eagles, deer, and bears. A truly Canadian experience, without the heavy snow! Where else in Canada could you spend a Saturday morning kayaking, the afternoon enjoying amenities in a city as renowned as Vancouver, and the evening cheering on the NHL’s Canucks at ice level? The Sunshine Coast is calling… to all qualified RVTs interested in this beautiful balance of work and play.
Our clinic values our RVTs, and we prove it by supporting your personal, financial, and professional growth through:
- Continuing Education (CE);
- Competitive Wage;
- Extended Health Benefits package (Medical, Dental, & Vision premiums paid by clinic);
- Professional Services coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist…);
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Paid Licensing & Membership Dues;
- Professional Liability Insurance coverage;
- Paid Vacation time;
- Paid Sick & Personal Days;
- Generous Veterinary Discounts (75% off services for your own pets, and an extended family and friends discount);
- Uniform Allowance;
- Signing Bonus to help with moving expenses can be arranged for out-of-town candidates!
If you are looking for a progressive environment where each individual is heard, and recognized for their unique contributions, we'd love to talk.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace. If you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Contact Information: Visit our website at https://sunshinecoastvet.com to learn more; submit your CV to Dionne at jobs@p3vetpartners.ca today!
Cranbrook Veterinary Hospital, East Kootenays, BC, Canada (posted 25th January)
Cranbrook Veterinary Hospital, located in the stunning East Kootenays of beautiful British Columbia is searching for an enthusiastic full-time RVT. Our established and friendly team of 2 Vets, 2 RVTs and an incredible support staff roster run a busy and successful Companion Animal Practice. We practice team-based medicine and have a longstanding tradition of providing exceptional care. Due to the growing demand for high-quality medicine in the area, we are open to International applications. If you love veterinary medicine and enjoy being part of a fun and hard-working team, then we want to hear from you!
The city of Cranbrook is the largest urban center in the East Kootenays, and provides quick access for outdoor enthusiasts to world-renowned hiking, skiing, fishing, snowshoeing, kayaking, and river rafting. Enjoy all the amenities you’ll ever need, a vibrant cultural scene, and unparalleled opportunity to explore the mountains and rushing rivers surrounding Cranbrook.
You will be scheduled for 4 or 5 days on a rotating Monday – Friday schedule. There is no emergency On Call, but we do commit to after-hours appointments for current patients. With no weekend shifts, and flexibility to enjoy an additional day off each week, you'll have plenty of time to experience all the attractions the Cranbrook area has to offer. If you are an adventurous professional with a passion for the outdoors, don’t hesitate to learn more about this beautiful balance of work and play.
Our RVTs are fully utilized, and look forward to welcoming their next RVT team member. Our fully-equipped hospital features an in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray, a class 4 laser, ultrasound, and a computerized records systems (Avimark). Experienced RVTs will enjoy our welcoming and inclusive environment. We appreciate new perspectives and pride ourselves on collaboration and teamwork. New graduates will thrive too as our experienced RVTs are excited by the prospect of providing mentorship and taking someone under their wing. If you take pride in delivering outstanding client service, and want to wake up excited to go to work, don’t hesitate to contact us today.
Our clinic values our RVTs, and we prove it by supporting your personal, financial, and professional growth through:
- Continuing Education (CE)
- Competitive Wage
- Extended Health Benefits package (Medical, Dental, & Vision premiums paid by clinic)
- Professional Services coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, acupuncturist and more)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Licensing & Membership Dues
- Professional Liability Insurance coverage
- Paid Vacation time
- Paid Sick & Personal Days
- Generous Veterinary Discounts (75% off services for your own pets, and an extended family and friends discount)
- Uniform Allowance
- Relocation allowance to help with moving expenses can be arranged for out-of-town candidates!
If you are looking for a progressive environment where each individual is heard, and recognized for their unique contributions, we'd love to talk.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace.
Contact Information: Visit our website at http://cranbrookveterinary.com/ to learn more; submit your CV to Dionne at jobs@p3vetpartners.ca
Kman Vets, Cayman Islands (posted 15th December)
Looking for an adventure in the sun? Wanting to escape COVID and Brexit and travel somewhere safe.
A unique opportunity for an experienced and capable qualified nurse (RCVS or similar) has arisen in the Cayman Islands. We are a young small animal clinic of 2 vets (soon to be 3) 5 nurse, offering advanced level hospital care and surgery as well as a popular mobile service. Our new, small but technically advanced clinic is expanding rapidly.
The position will allow freedom to utilise all your nursing skills whilst truly embracing the relaxed Cayman lifestyle. Our clients are lovely and their pets are very much a part of their family, it’s a great community to be part of especially in these troubling times.
An attractive remuneration package and relocation allowance is offered, along with guidance and assistance to apply for a work permit, including support with relocation needs.
A 40 hour week, based at the clinic or assisting the mobile vet, as well as an equally shared afterhours night (on demand) and weekend cover, is required. A minimum 2 year commitment would be anticipated.
If you would like further information regarding the position offered, please get in touch. Interviews will be by Skype/Zoom/FaceTime and likely at the weekend or late in the day, due to time zone constraints.
To see who we are go to www.kmanvets.com or for island information www.caymanresident.com
Kawasan Wisata Pendidikan Lingkungan Hidup (KWPLH), Borneo, E Kalimantan (posted 11th December) Volunteer Vet Nurses
Veterinary help needed in Indonesian Borneo
Help improve animal welfare in Indonesia by sharing your skills and experience!
Program Description:
Kawasan Wisata Pendidikan Lingkungan Hidup (KWPLH) is an environmental education center located in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, Indonesian Borneo. The facility’s goal is to increase environmental awareness and animal welfare. In addition to our animal programmes, the facility has several education buildings, picnic areas and playgrounds. To see a full description of the KWPLH’s facilities and goals visit www.beruangmadu.org or email us.
KWPLH provides a wonderful accommodation in the form of a forested enclosure for 7 sun bears rescued from the illegal pet trade. Sun bears are the mascot of Balikpapan, and many of our current education programs focus on this species.
Our Domestic Animal Program was created in response to the frequent dumping of kittens at KWPLH. We have attempted to establish a safe home for abandoned kittens and a sterilization and adoption program. We currently have 145+ cats under our care; In addition we also take care of 30 dogs, and several other rescued wildlife species whenever brought to the center (macaque, civets, slow loris, birds).
The goals of our Domestic Animal Program are:
- Educate visitors in proper pet care including the promotion of pet sterilization;
- Discourage to keeping of wildlife (sun bears, orangutans etc.) as pets by
highlighting the difference between wild and domestic animals; - Ensure the welfare of the cats and dogs within the environs of KWPLH;
- Provide free sterilization programmes for community pets and stray animals, prioritizing animals living in the vicinity of the center;
Volunteer Vet Nurse Needed
We are in need of a vet nurse to assist in the management and development of our animal programmes with a focus on our Bear management and Domestic Animal Program. The primary goal is to give medical care to our animals and to train our Indonesian animal care-taking staff in mastering necessary vet nursing skills. Other tasks include up - dating/maintaining our medical administration and records, enrichment and training programs, and enhancing our cat adoption program. There will be work with the sun bears and other wild species, but most time will go to our domestic animals.
Outlined below is a list of topics that we need help with:
- Carry out daily health checks, monitoring of sick animals, and preventive
medicine; - Assist the KWPLH animal staff in mastering vet & nursing skills, including but not limited to: safe and effective holds, injection techniques (s.c., i.m., and i.v.), animal handling, sterilization of tools, anesthesia administration and monitoring, clinic administration, first aid, etc;
- Help improve management of our animal clinic;
- Assist with our animal care database management and administration:
- Assist with daily animal care, including feeding and cleaning;
- Help organize low-cost sterilization programmes for neighboring
community pets or stray animals when veterinarians working are at the
center; - Assist with dog training and training our local animal staff in dog training
and improved routine care; - Assist bear keepers in treatment of sun bear medical issues;
- Assisting with our cat/dog adoption program: Improvement with the
goal of increasing the number of adoptions (to good homes); - Enrichment programs for domestic animals, sun bears and other wildlife
occasionally taken care of at the center); - Information gathering and consultation with KWPLH advising vets.
For more details about KWPLH and the nurse position please email us!
We welcome the help from an experienced vet nurse in 2021. The position is preferably for 6+ months, but do e-mail us as well if you are available for shorter periods [although 3 months is a minimum ]. Free housing is provided at the center, but a small local catering fee is requested for meals. A volunteer visa will need to be applied for. Couples are also welcome to apply. Due to the Corona virus, timing of volunteer posting will depend on how this situation develops. (No visas are being issued for volunteers at the moment.)
Please send end questions and resumes to Gabriella Fredriksson:
gabriella.fredriksson@gmail.com
For further information visit our website: www.beruangmadu.org or www.pronaturafoundation.org
Sanistook Animal Rescue, Chang Mai, Thailand (posted 10th December) Volunteers Veterinary Nurses / Technicians / General
VET NURSES, VET TECHS, GENERAL VOLUNTEER
Santisook is Thai run, non-profit organization committed to serving a lot of dogs and cats living in Chiang Mai area. We run a dog shelter and a cat shelter, re-homing hundreds of animals annually, provide emergency care to strays, work with local monks in helping their resident temple dogs, provide TNR services for local government and local caretakers who feed the strays, and offer subsidized sterilizations for the dogs and cats of the very poor.
We are in need of Vet nurses all year round. Vet nurses and techs help at the shelter for treatment of 500+ shelter dogs and cats, emergency care for strays, TNR, and assisting Thai vets with the treatment of animals owned by the very poor.
Vets, nurses and techs who can commit to one month stay will be considered for free accommodation depending on availability.
Vet students and general volunteers are welcome to apply. A minimum of one week is required. Volunteers are based out of our cat shelter in the town of Doi Saket, outside of Chiang Mai city. No fee to volunteer. Onsite accommodation available.
Chiang Mai has a rich culture of Thailand and if you are into learning /improving your skills on spay and neuter, or learning the culture, or adventure and wanting to help the animals at the same time, please check our website santisookdogsandcats.org or email us at santisookdogsandcats@gmail.com
With the recent pandemic, Covid-19, we will abide with the rules of Thailand authorities regarding any visitors. We are still open for any bookings in the near future but please visit the website https://www.tourismthailand.org/ for any sudden announcement.
9Lives Veterinary Hospital, Hong Kong (posted 9th December)
9Lives is Hong Kong’s first Veterinary Hospital to offer a cat-only veterinary service. Established in 2003, the Aberdeen Street branch is designed only with cats in mind and a 24-hours emergency services hospital has been opened in 2019 in Kennedy Town to treat both cats and dogs.
Both hospitals are well-equipped with a full range of diagnostic equipments as well as a supportive team of internationally trained and experienced veterinarians and veterinary nurses to provide high level and professional care to pets. To cope with our expansion, we are looking for you to join us in our Kennedy Town hospital.
Veterinary Nurse (Full Time)
- Applicants must have at least 5 years of work experience preferred but all experience levels will be considered.
- Certificate II of AIRC an advantage.
- Good in spoken English and Cantonese is preferred and have translation experience.
- Have a passion for animals.
- Competitive salary package based on experience and qualification.
- Medical insurance, Commission, Incentive and Attendance Bonus will be provided.
- Immediate start is preferable but not mandatory.
Interested parties please send resume to hr@9lives.com.hk with expected salary and available date.
Casey Arwood, Anywhere (posted 20th January) Licensed Vet Tech
My name is Casey Arwood. I am a Licensed Veterinary Technician is the USA with 8 years experience in companion animal medicine, specifically surgical anesthesia and client education. I am looking for opportunities wherever they may appear, and am open to any timeline!
Please contact me via email (caseynarwood@yahoo.com).
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