Are you looking for a career making a difference in the lives of animals everyday? Have you always wanted to work with animals? Be part of an organization whose culture is centered around compassion and purposeful work with Michigan Humane! We work hard on behalf of our communities and the animals in our care finding homes for thousands of animals every year.

The Animal Care and Enrichment (ACE) Associate has the opportunity to work directly with the animals entrusted to Michigan Humane, ensuring they are on the path to finding a forever loving home. The ACE Associate is responsible for the daily care and well-being of all animals in the adoption center. The ideal candidate will exhibit empathy and compassion towards animals and be comfortable with the daily responsibilities of animal care in a shelter environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Humanely treat and care for all animals entrusted to Michigan Humane.
• Feed, water, walk, socialize and bathe animals according to schedules and established protocol.
• Clean and disinfect food dishes, litter pans, kennels, cages and yard areas daily.
• Responsible for laundry and dish-washing duties.
• Maintain cleanliness in both people and animal areas.
• Restock assigned areas with essential supplies at the end of each shift.
• Promote Michigan Humane Society programs and general goodwill among clients and staff.
• Attend special fundraising and adoption events as needed.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Assist the veterinarian and veterinary techs with restraint and treatment of animals.
• Assist with the administration of vaccines, subcutaneous fluids and injections under veterinary supervision (excluding rabies).
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Assist with accurately filling, labeling and documenting prescriptions.
• Obtain and prepare lab specimens such as blood, feces and urine.
• Perform routine lab duties such as heartworm tests, feline leukemia tests, ear swabs, blood chemistries, fecal floatation and skin scrapings.
• Assist with taking radiographs.
• Assist with cleaning surgical instruments and sterilizing packs. Stock supplies in exam, surgical and treatment areas of the clinic.
• Assist with maintaining accurate and complete medical records. Enter all services, treatments, medications, surgeries and other information on the medical record.
• Answer phones and perform receptionist duties, as needed.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• 1-3 of related experience
• Previous animal experience a plus
• Must be flexible and able to handle changes in a fast-paced work environment