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Cornell University Animal Tech II - Sports Medicine in Ithaca, New York
Animal Tech II - Sports Medicine
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The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks an Animal Tech to join the Sport Medicine and Physical Rehabilitation team. SMPR is committed to providing comprehensive treatment and care to animals utilizing a team approach along with multiple clinical services, and employing advanced and practical treatment planning, including underwater treadmill, Shockwave, acupuncture, laser, land exercises, PRP injections, etc.
The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist the DVMs and LVTs with various tasks and treatments such as patient physical exams.
- Animal handling for sample acquisition (blood, urine, etc.), sedation, therapeutic modality administration
- Stock, organize, and clean clinical workspace.
- Provide patient transport
- Coordinate procedures with other hospital services and the Nursing Care Units, and service-related needs.
- Receive tasks and assignments within skill set and level from clinicians and licensed veterinary technicians.
Employees working with animals 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 and up to 1 year of experience working with companion animals or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Familiar with computer programs (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Must have a love for animals, be patient and have strong animal handling skills.
- Meet the physical demands of the position, which include prolonged standing and kneeling, lifting and restraining animals that may exceed 50 pounds.
- Effectively and thoroughly communicate between team members, other services, clients, clinicians, technicians, students, and referring veterinary practices.
- Display ability to work collaboratively as a team member, and independently, in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks and cases, while paying close attention to details.
- Highly motivated and demonstrate consistent initiative to help, learn new information, and skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of experience working in a Small Animal Private Practice.
- Experience in speaking with pet owners.
- Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and wellbeing.
- Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
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.
- Relocation assistance will not be provided 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, sustainability, and diversity initiatives.
- 3 weeks of paid vacation
- 13 additional holiday days with generous holiday pay if you work on those days
- 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 Children's Tuition Assistance program
- Follow this link for more information: https://hr.cornell.edu/understand-your-benefits
Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.
Who We Are:
Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) is our core clinical training, patient care, and research unit within the College of Veterinary Medicine, composed of six diverse world-class veterinary clinical units providing primary and specialty care. Our core teaching hospital has 25 services led by board-certified veterinary specialists that are nationally and internationally renowned, providing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care of animals including 24/7 emergency care. We strive to provide a fulfilling work environment for our employees who are committed to outstanding patient care, client service and student training.
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Animal Tech IIJob Family:
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$21.20 - $22.54Remote Option Availability:
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Contract CollegeContact Name:
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