Veterinary Technician/Cat Care Coordinator

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in the Lives of Cats!

Gifford Cat Shelter, one of the oldest no-kill, free-roam cat shelters in the country, is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated Veterinary Technician/Cat Care Coordinator to join our team.

This is a wonderful opportunity to work at a respected, mission-driven shelter where every cat receives individualized care and the chance to find a loving home.

We are looking for someone who loves cats, has hands-on animal care experience, and enjoys a combination of medical care, daily shelter operations, adoptions, and program support.

Veterinary technician certification is not required.

Position Overview

This is an active, hands-on position combining medical support, daily cat care, cleaning, adoptions, and program administration. The ideal candidate is comfortable with the physical demands of shelter work, enjoys working as part of a team, and is willing to contribute wherever needed.

The position reports to the Shelter Director, who oversees medical care and treatment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Care & Support

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments as directed by the Shelter Director and in accordance with established veterinary instructions.
• Monitor cats for signs of illness, injury, or behavioral changes.
• Assist with routine medical care and coordination of veterinary appointments.
• Transport cats to and from veterinary appointments.
• Maintain accurate medical records and medication logs.
• Promptly communicate medical concerns to the Shelter Director.
• Follow established medical, sanitation, and infection-control protocols.

Daily Cat Care & Shelter Operations

• Provide daily hands-on care, including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring cats.
• Clean and sanitize cat rooms, litter boxes, and shelter facilities.
• Safely handle and transport cats, including those with special medical or behavioral needs.
• Assist with the intake and care of newly admitted cats.
• Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy shelter environment.

Adoptions & Program Administration

• Assist prospective adopters with meeting cats and finding appropriate matches.
• Help facilitate adoptions and educate adopters about feline care.
• Support the Shelter Director and team with daily administrative tasks, recordkeeping, and program coordination.
• Assist with shelter programs, including foster care, volunteer coordination, and other initiatives.
• Help maintain accurate records and support communication among staff, volunteers, and foster families.
• Work collaboratively with the team to support the shelter's programs and overall operations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of two years of hands-on animal care experience, preferably with cats.
• Experience administering medications and recognizing signs of illness in animals.
• Compassionate, patient, and comfortable handling cats of varying temperaments.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask, follow established procedures, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to participate in all aspects of shelter operations, including cleaning, administrative tasks, and physical animal care.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, bending, lifting, cleaning, and safely handling and transporting cats.
• Gifford Cat Shelter is staffed 365 days a year; ability to work one weekend day per week required.

Preferred:

• Experience in a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, or rescue organization.
• Veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience.
• Knowledge of feline health, behavior, and low-stress handling techniques.

The mission of Gifford Cat Shelter is to provide a haven for stray, abused, and unwanted cats until they are matched with their permanent loving homes. At Gifford, cats are free to roam and play.

They nap in sunny windows, get plenty of exercise, and enjoy tons of love and attention while they wait for their forever homes. A no-kill shelter, Gifford believes that all cats should have a chance to live their lives free of pain and fear. No matter their story, every Gifford cat has a future to look forward to. And until they find their new homes, they'll spend their days in bright, open environments, getting all the love they need!

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