Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician (Pre-LVT) INC

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Intermediate Nursing Care team and support high-quality patient care in a dynamic teaching hospital environment. Working under the guidance of experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians and veterinarians youll gain hands-on experience providing care to a diverse range of patients. Youll assist with patient care diagnostics treatments admissions and discharges. If youre eager to develop your veterinary nursing skills while contributing to compassionate patient care and the educational mission of a leading veterinary teaching hospital we invite you to apply.

The job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide basic and intermediate nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients including feeding husbandry medications treatments and patient monitoring under LVT/DVM direction.

• Assist with clinical procedures and diagnostics including patient restraint laboratory sample processing imaging and anesthesia transport and preparation for procedures.

• Support daily patient flow and clinical operations by assisting with admissions and discharges preparing treatment areas maintaining supplies and keeping workspaces clean organized and safe.

• Maintain accurate patient records and collaborate with the care team using ezyVet and Instinct while working closely with LVTs veterinarians students interns residents and other hospital staff. Pasted text

Employees working in the hospital must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire which will be paid for by the department.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma with six months of basic animal handling experience.

• Accepted and enrolled in an AVMA accredited associates degree in veterinary technology distant learning program. The preferred program is SUNY Delhi with consideration to other programs such as Penn Foster.

• Must successfully obtain Veterinary Technology degree within three years with consistent enrollment.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to follow instructions complete assigned tasks independently and seek clarification when needed.

• Working knowledge of basic veterinary medicine concepts including vaccinations laboratory testing common diseases medical terminology and animal behavior.

• Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical record systems including ezyVet.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to receive apply and respond positively to feedback.

• Ability to stand kneel lift and safely restrain animals weighing more than 50 pounds.

• Availability to work evenings weekends holidays and other shifts as needed under the supervision of a veterinarian or Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Important Details about the Position

• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca NY.

• We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

The Cornell University Hospital for Animals provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days of the year. Our nursing care staff provide exceptional patient experiences during days evenings nights weekends and holidays. Please note that you will be eligible for competitive shift differential pay for evenings nights and weekends along with generous holiday pay.

The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application

• Resume

• Cover Letter

What We Offer:

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health wellbeing and sustainability.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation

• 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretion

• An award-winning employer provided benefits program

• Comprehensive health care 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 Childrens Tuition Assistance program

• Follow this link for more information: are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success which are essential for individual and organizational success.
  

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  University Job Title:

  Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician

  Job Family:

  Health

  Level:

  B

  Pay Rate Type:

  Hourly

  Pay Range:

  $23.40 - $24.28

  Remote Option Availability:

  Onsite

  Company:

  Contract College

  Contact Name:

  Gabriel Gonzalez

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