Job Description

Organization: Good Shepherd Humane Society
Position Type: Contract/PRN (2-3 shifts per month)
Compensation: $250 per day
Schedule: Variable shifts with early mornings required
Base Location: Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Service Areas: Varying locations across Northwest Arkansas - including Huntsville, Harrison, Green Forest, Berryville, Leslie, and Jasper

About the Role

Good Shepherd Humane Society, based in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our mobile high-volume spay and neuter team. This position supports our traveling surgical unit, which provides affordable, high-quality sterilization services to communities across Northwest Arkansas.

The ideal candidate is reliable, adaptable, and motivated by our mission to reduce pet overpopulation and improve animal welfare across the region. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys variety, teamwork, and hands-on work in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with all aspects of surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery in a high-volume setting. Provide compassionate, confident handling of animals--especially those that are unfamiliar or stressed--during premedication, surgery, and recovery. Maintain accurate medical and surgical records using computer-based systems, including drug tracking and patient documentation. Support patient intake and discharge, ensuring clear communication with clients, partner shelters, and team members. Assist with daily setup, breakdown, and restocking of the mobile unit. Represent Good Shepherd Humane Society with professionalism and help foster positive relationships with community partners and the public. (Preferred but not required) Safely drive or assist in transporting the mobile surgical unit to clinic locations.

Qualifications

Licensed or certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) preferred, or equivalent hands-on experience in a veterinary surgical environment. Experience with RVs or CDL vehicles is a plus, but driving is not a requirement of this position. Strong computer literacy--comfortable using web-based veterinary software and digital record systems (e.g., ClinicHQ). Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Comfortable with early mornings (clinic setup on site begins by 7:30 AM) and commutes up to 1.5 hours in the mobile unit to various clinic locations.

6 months to 1 year of animal handling experience required; experience with anesthesia or high-volume spay/neuter strongly preferred. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods. Deep commitment to animal welfare and community service.

Additional Information

Applicants based in Eureka Springs or Berryville are ideal due to proximity of the mobile unit homebase in Eureka Springs, but applicants from outside this area are welcome to apply. Training on the mobile unit and ClinicHQ will be provided.
Job Type: Contract

Pay: $250.00 per day

Application Question(s):

Describe your hands-on experience working with animals, including any work involving restraint, anesthesia, or assisting in a surgical environment. Approximately how long have you been doing this type of work? Do you have a veterinary certification (e.g., CVT, LVT, RVT)? Note: A lack of certification is not a disqualifier for this role. Our mobile spay/neuter unit is based in Eureka Springs and travels to clinic sites across Northwest Arkansas. Team members must arrive at the clinic location by 7:30 AM (on some shifts), and travel from the unit's home base in Eureka Springs to the clinic site can take up to one and a half hours. Are you comfortable with this schedule and commute expectation?
Work Location: On the road