Golden Retriever Research Vet Technician

We are seeking Golden Retriever Research Vet Technician will play a vital role in the Golden Retriever Lifespan Study @ our kennel in Bethel CT.

Situated on a 1/2 acre private BnB facility with a dedicated kennel and training yard is the new location for our R&D kennel.

This is because we are dedicated to studying the reasons for shortened lifespan in Golden Retrievers, exclusively. The work means collecting genetic and performance analysis and sharing the data with local and international universities, researchers and breeders.

We find it medically fascinating that four common carcinomas and sarcomas that affect the Retriever, also affect humans! So our kennel and lab are being set up and designed to help understand what is wrong with the breeds genetics and where we can learn more about human diseases that are affected by the same genes.

We intend to use private funding and grants to progress the molecular medicine research. You would be helping to write and deliver grant funded research. You will be working in collaboration with UC San Diego, and other universities around the world.

We provide our dogs once trained as companions to needy families suffering PTSD, where we pay for the veterinary care, life long in order to help gather data about the nature and nurture of the lineage we are breeding. This way we never lose touch with our puppies throughout their lifespan.

For the right individual, we would consider paying for veterinary tech or vet medical school, or reimbursing, as part of the career progression of this role and to assist us in published research. We need to publish genetic and biological studies across all our dogs.

Career Progression:

Start as a kennel operator, living onsite.

Both room and board are included in this full-time position

We also provide an electric vehicle to use.

Both medical and dental benefits are included.

As you learn the custom program we are running, and you help modify the program as we grow, you can progress from tech to manager of thr kennel. We have 2 breeding dogs and that is growing to 12, wth as many as 400 puppies a year entering our study.

Kennel profit sharing is an option for the career-minded veterinarian student. Some high aptitude puppies will be trained for military service.

This is a full-time salaried position with kennel profit sharing that is described below:

Essential Function/Major Responsibilities:

Daily, thorough cleaning of all animal areas, including inside/outside runs, dog areas, floors, dishes, bedding, etc.

Spot cleaning of dogs and puppies and public areas throughout the day.

Feeding the dogs, including providing special diets as needed.

Monitoring the health of the dogs and puppies on an ongoing basis and rapidly identifying any health problems or conditions (medical or behavioral) and immediately reporting it to the supervisor or veterinary technician.

Medicating dogs and puppies as directed.

Socializing and grooming the dogs and puppies.

Assessing the temperament of the dogs and puppies to facilitate finding the best possible placement for each dog and pup.

Doing laundry, dishes, washing windows, cleaning and mopping public areas as needed.

Providing a healthy, safe, clean, and pleasant environment and facilities for the dogs and puppies and the public.

Providing transportation for dogs and puppies as needed, to and from vet appointments, for adoption events, to other shelters, etc.

Promoting a humane and caring attitude toward all animals.

Treating all dogs and puppies humanely, properly, and with compassion at all times, regardless of the situation or circumstance.

Assisting in the vaccination, examination, performance of medical treatments, and, euthanasia as needed.

Maintaining a friendly demeanor and providing good customer service while assisting with adoptions.

Working courteously and cooperatively with other staff members.

Stocking supplies.

Filling in for other areas and performing other tasks/functions as needed, including helping out at special events.

Specific Job Skills:

Good interpersonal, communication, customer service, and time management skills are essential.

Affection for animals, concern for their welfare, and a willingness to accommodate dogs and puppies in the workplace.

Ability and initiative, working with minimal supervision and direction.

Maturity, good judgment, and a professional personal appearance.

Ability to read, write, and understand English required.

Ability to identify problems or patient conditions (medical and behavioral) that need to be brought to the attention of the immediate supervisor or the veterinary technician.

Treat people and animals with respect; contribute to effective teamwork; and, foster public relations beneficial to the shelter and its programs.

Familiarity with animals, knowledge of animal behavior, or experience volunteering or working with a rescue group, humane society, foster care involvement, or other animal welfare agency are a plus.

Comfort and ability to work with animals of unknown disposition and those who may exhibit medical and other problems, as well as aggressive tendencies.

Physical Requirements:

Applicants must be able to walk and/or stand throughout a normal workday, engage in repetitive motions, lift up to 150 pounds, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly. Allergic conditions aggravated by handling animals may disqualify candidates. Working conditions include working alone, outdoors in varying weather, frequent interruptions, and some evening meetings/classes.