Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) - Large Animal Nursing Care
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Application
Details
Posted: 20-Mar-24
Location: Ithaca, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $21.72 - $24.01
Occupation:
Vet Tech / Nurse / Assistant
Species:
Equine
Preferred Education:
2 Year Degree
Internal Number: WDR-00042770
Cornell University Equine and Nemo Farm Animal Hospital would like to share our environment of growth and opportunity with you.??
Our licensed veterinary technicians enjoy a climate-controlled hospital environment where their superb skills are appreciated and utilized each day. Alongside a vibrant team of board-certified clinicians and veterinary students, you will contribute to a highly individualized and cultivated patient and client experience.??
We are seeking a licensed veterinary technician (LVT) with an interest in large animal medicine to join our valued Nursing Care Team.
As part of this highly knowledgeable and adaptable group, you will have the opportunity to
Exercise an independent and self-motivated spirit.
Participate in a team-based approach to excellent patient care.?
Triage emergencies plus initiate stabilization and treatments.
Manage nursing care of all patients, including those who are critically ill.?
Always be challenged with our diverse caseload from horses and cows to sheep, goats, alpacas, llamas, pigs and sometimes reindeer and camels.
Contribute meaningfully to the education of veterinary students, interns and residents.
Perform diagnostic evaluations and medical procedures using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques: bloodwork, ultrasound, endoscopy, radiographs, critical care monitoring and more.
The CUHA provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days of the year. The schedule for this position requires flexibility to ensure that adequate patient care and service needs are provided without interruption or exception. This position will have some after-hours and weekend work expected. Hours are subject to change depending on the business needs of the office and will require some holidays. The exact schedule will be discussed during the interview process.
Are you ready for your large animal career to start? Cornell University Hospital for Animals is here to help you get there.??
What We Offer:
Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition, as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
A career ladder focused on career development and specialty advancement, with financial and mentorship support at every step
3 weeks of paid vacation
Competitive additional alternate schedule (shift differential) pay of up to $4/hr.
13 additional holiday days with generous holiday pay if you work on those days
An award-winning employer-provided benefits program
Comprehensive healthcare options
Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Generous retirement contributions
Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program
**We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited institution, plus NYS Licensure or eligible to be licensed
New Grads are encouraged to apply.
Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to learn the patient tracking software.?
Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks simultaneously while under pressure and paying close attention to details.?
Candidate must have the ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which includes, but are not limited to, stressful situations, prolonged standing and kneeling, as well as lifting and restraining patients.
About Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
The College of Veterinary Medicine is an international leader in veterinary scholarship and education with a team of dedicated, customer-service oriented faculty and staff who advance the College’s mission to create, disseminate and implement scientific knowledge to improve the health and well-being of animals and people. Our values include collaboration across the University and beyond, responsible management of all of our human and financial capital and creating an environment that supports communication and respect. We embrace diversity in its many forms and consider it the foundation of our strengths as an institution.