Cat Medical Coordinator

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Volunteer Opportunity: Medical Coordinator

Organization: Heart of America Humane Society
Location: Kansas City Metro Area (Hybrid - Remote with In-Person Responsibilities)
Commitment: Part-Time, Approximately 5-10 hours per week

About Us:
Heart of America Humane Society is dedicated to finding loving, permanent homes for cats and dogs through our foster and adoption programs. We work tirelessly to improve animal welfare in our community and support our dedicated network of volunteers and foster families.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, compassionate, and organized Medical Coordinator to oversee the medical care of our foster cats. As a Medical Coordinator, you will ensure that each cat receives appropriate veterinary care, vaccinations, and treatments as needed. You will work closely with foster families, veterinary partners, and the broader team to maintain health records, coordinate care plans, and ensure compliance with required health protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule veterinary appointments for vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, wellness checks, and other medical needs.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for all foster cats.

• Communicate with foster families to ensure completion of required veterinary visits, vaccinations, and other health protocols.

• Provide guidance and reminders to foster parents about upcoming appointments, treatments, and follow-up care.

• Monitor and follow up on health issues, ensuring timely treatments and recoveries.

• Collaborate with the team to ensure cats are healthy and ready for adoption.

• Order and distribute medical supplies as needed.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Compassion for animals and commitment to animal welfare.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Comfortable communicating with veterinary staff and foster families.

• Effective communication skills to provide guidance, reminders, and support to foster parents.

• Experience with animal care or veterinary medicine is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person who is dedicated and eager to learn!

Benefits:

• Make a direct impact on the health and well-being of animals in need.

• Gain valuable experience in animal care coordination and veterinary processes.

• Flexible schedule with a combination of remote work and in-person responsibilities.

• Training and mentorship provided to help you succeed in this role.

Join us in ensuring our foster cats receive the best possible care on their journey to forever homes!