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Cornell University Hospital for Animals
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Veterinary Technician-Equine Nemo Farm Animal Hospital

Cornell University Hospital for Animals

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Posted:
October 16, 2020
Location:
Ithaca, New York
Salary:
$20.00/hour to negotiable base
Type & Experience Level:
Full Time - One to seven years
Function:
Vet Tech / Nurse / Assistant
Species:
Camelid, Cervid, Other
Veterinary Specialty:
None
Category:
Other
Preferred Education:
2 Year Degree

Who we are and what we do:

Ranked consistently as one of the best veterinary colleges in the nation, Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) provides leadership in patient care, education and clinical investigation and scientific innovation. CUHA is a champion for those wanting to continue to grow professionally and personally. If you’re looking to join a team dedicated to excellence in every way, consider us.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a licensed veterinary technician to work nights and weekend hours in our equine and farm animal hospitals. This role requires an individual that is independent, self-motivated, has a team mindset, and interested in working in an innovative and challenging teaching environment that provides excellent care and training in all aspects of emergency and specialty care of horses and farm animals. You will work alongside our faculty clinicians, interns, residents, veterinary students as well as other staff throughout the hospital, providing optimal patient care for our animal patients and their owners.

What is in it for you:

Cornell University provides excellent benefits that include professional development, access to a plethora of wellness programs, employee discounts with local and national retail brands, health care options and generous paid leave provisions: 3 weeks of vacation, health and personal leave; 13 holidays and superior retirement options.  Cornell has also been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability and diversity initiatives. 

If you have questions, please feel welcome to contact Carolyn Chow, Recruiter, cc2654@cornell.edu.

What are the qualifications?

  • Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology and NYS licensure required, with at least 1 year experience working with a myriad of large animal species, preferably in an academic/clinical environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrix organizational environment, with limited guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to apply excellent judgment in making decisions in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Effectively collaborates to produce well thought out and innovative solutions while challenging the status quo and providing a fresh perspective.
  • Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation to follow through on responsibilities and projects in a timely manner.
  • Candidate must have the ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which includes, but is not limited to, prolonged standing and kneeling, as well as lifting and restraining large animals, as well as the ability to jog horses multiple times daily;
  • Rabies vaccinations and titer required, and cost will be covered by department.

NOTES:

Additional Salary Information: Shift differentials are added for 2nd and 3rd shifts.
Internal Number: WDR-00024055
About Cornell University Hospital for Animals
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University is recognized internationally as a leader in public health, biomedical research, animal medicine, and veterinary medical education. Ranked consistently as one of the best veterinary colleges in the nation, the College's strength is due to its strategic breadth of focus areas and its depth of expertise in each of those areas. Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) is one of the finest veterinary teaching hospitals in North America. We do this through our dedication to service at our state-of-the-art teaching hospital where we care for animals and help students hone their skills in real time, led by world-class faculty who are renowned board-certified specialists in their field.
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