Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician (Pre-LVT) Shelter Medicine
Job Location:
Ithaca, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Launch your veterinary nursing career at Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) one of North Americas premier veterinary teaching hospitals. As a Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technicianyoullgain hands-on clinical experience while completing your AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program working alongside experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians and veterinarians in a collaborative teaching environment.Youllbuild essential technical and patient care skills while supporting exceptional care for a wide variety of animal patients across our hospital. Ifyoureeager to learn grow and make a meaningful impact this is an outstanding opportunity to develop your skills at one of the nations leading veterinary hospitals.
At the direction of an LVT and DVM responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist Licensed Veterinary Technicians and veterinarians with physical exams low-stress animal handling and patient restraint.
Prepare patients exam rooms and clinical spaces for proceduresmaintaininga clean organized and safe environment.
Support patient care by administering oral medications transporting animals and organizing laboratory samples for diagnostic testing.
Assistwith patient admissions and discharges helping provide a positive and welcoming experience for clients and their animals.
Complete basic tasks in CUHAs electronic medical record (ezyVet) including placing diagnostic requests documenting activities and ordering clinical supplies.
Employees working in the hospital must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to orimmediatelyafter hire which will be paid for by the department.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma with six months of basic animal handling experience or equivalent.
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 obtainVeterinaryTechnology degree within three years of employment with consistent enrollment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment while managing multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated willingness to learn follow direction from Licensed Veterinary Technicians ask clarifying questions and apply constructive feedback.
Basic knowledge of veterinary terminology patient behavior common diseases vaccinations and laboratory procedures.
Ability to learn and use veterinary software including CUHAs electronic medical record system (ezyVet).
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including prolonged standing kneeling lifting and safely restraining animals weighing more than 50 pounds.
Important Details about the Position
This is an onsitepositionlocatedin Ithaca NY.
We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.
While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business requiring employees to work early mornings evenings weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks.
The Following Documentsare Required tobe 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
13additionalholiday days with 2additionalfloating 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
Questions
Gabriel Gonzalez -
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
Contact Email:
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