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Shelter Lead Vet Assistant Tech


Job Location:

Wailuku, HI - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 25 - 33
Posted: 15 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 12 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Maui Humane Society is an open-admissions animal shelter for cats dogs rabbits guinea pigs turtles and other animals. We provide veterinary and routine care and help surrendered animals find a new home. We also provide humane law enforcement services education and outreach programs to retain pets in their families and low-cost spay and neuter surgeries. Our team is resilient compassionate to animals creative problem-solvers and dedicated to do what it takes to get the job done.

Were excited to welcome you as our new Shelter Lead in the Veterinary this role you will oversee medical care for animals in the shelter leading the team through rounds treatment diagnostics and disease/isolation management. Youll partner with the Surgery Lead in coordinating shelter animals for spay/neuter and any other needed surgeries.

To be successful in this role youll need to have (minimum qualifications):

  • Experience as a veterinary assistant / technician
  • Background in small animal medicine and surgery
  • Familiarity with animal diseases and behavior

Wed love it if you already had (desired qualifications):

  • Experience with shelter software (PetPoint)
  • Open intake shelter or ER experience
  • HQHVSN experience
  • Fear Free Certification
  • Veterinarian Technician Certification / Licensing
  • Supervisory experience experience in animal welfare highly desirable

What you can expect from us:

  • Regular supportive feedback
  • Career growth
  • A comprehensive compensation package including:
    • Medical benefits at no cost to you
    • Dental & Vision benefits at low cost
    • FSA
    • 401K with match
    • Student loan forgiveness eligibility
    • Performance pay raises

Required Experience:

Junior IC