The Cornell University Hospital for Animals seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join its Internal Medicine team within the Companion Animal Hospital. In this role, you will play an important part in coordinating patient care from initial intake through discharge, supporting veterinarians and student clinicians in providing high-quality medical care to a diverse small animal caseload. You will also contribute to the hospital's teaching mission by providing hands-on instruction and guidance to veterinary students, interns, and residents as they develop their clinical and technical skills. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced veterinary environment where you can combine your technical expertise, client communication skills, and passion for teaching, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Coordinate patient care and clinical operations : Manage patient intake, scheduling, case flow, and discharge while coordinating diagnostic testing, treatments, procedures, and nursing care in collaboration with veterinarians and clinical staff.
Perform veterinary technical procedures : Assist with examinations and treatments, collect and process diagnostic samples, administer medications, place catheters, monitor patients, and operate diagnostic equipment to support high-quality patient care.
Provide clinical instruction and mentorship : Orient, train, and guide veterinary students, interns, and residents in animal handling, nursing techniques, diagnostic procedures, and other essential clinical skills.
Support client communication and service operations: Respond to routine client inquiries, coordinate communication of test results and clinical information, maintain accurate medical records, and help ensure the smooth operation of the Internal Medicine service.
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
Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA accredited institution plus, NYS licensure or eligibility to be licensed.
At least 1-2 years of experience as an LVT.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with clients, students, faculty, veterinarians, and colleagues.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, effectively managing multiple cases and competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
Ability to give and receive feedback, follow direction, and ask clarifying questions in a professional and constructive manner.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, which include but are not limited to, prolonged standing and kneeling and lifting and restraining animals that may exceed 50 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous private practice and/or Internal Medicine experience.
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.
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 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.
weeks of paid vacation
13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretion
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Access to wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
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