Lab Tech; Veterinary Dog Rescue - Volunteer; Unpaid

Lab Tech (Veterinary) for Dog Rescue - Volunteer (Unpaid)

Job Location: Spokane, WA

Compensation: Volunteer (unpaid)

Hours

Required:

5 Hours/week

Job Mission: Performs laboratory screening of blood, fecal or urine samples to determine treatment needed of rescued dogs.

Job Summary: Path of Hope Rescue is seeking a skilled Veterinary Laboratory Technician or a candidate eager to learn and interested in veterinary medicine. The Veterinary Lab Tech will play a critical role in supporting our Medical Pack by performing diagnostic tests, maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, and distributing medications locally in the Spokane or North Idaho area.

• Sample Collection & Testing:
  Collection and handling of blood, urine, fecal, and tissue samples from dogs and perform diagnostic tests such as hematology, urinalysis, parasitology, and basic microbiology.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Record Keeping:
  Accurately document test results, maintain medical records, and communicate findings to Medical Pack and rescue staff.
• Health Monitoring:
  Assist in monitoring the health of rescued dogs by identifying abnormalities in test results and flagging urgent cases for veterinary attention.
• Inventory Management:
  Track laboratory supplies, reagents, and materials as needed.
• Safety & Cleanliness:
  Adhere to biosafety protocols, maintain a sterile lab environment, and properly dispose of biohazardous waste.

Job Function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries: Non-profit Organizations