Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Oncology

The best care starts with the best caregivers.

The Medical Oncology service at the Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) has an immediate opening for a Licensed Veterinary Technician.

CUHA provides an environment that supports you in providing outstanding patient care through technology, mentorship, continuing education, and, most importantly, peers who are just as passionate about providing the best care possible as you are.

You join will join a team of board-certified veterinary oncologists, residents, students, and licensed veterinary technicians (LVT) that help guide families through their pet's cancer diagnosis, providing the best quality of life possible. The most satisfying part of our job is forming strong bonds with our patients and their families over the course of their treatment and follow-up visits.

This position will allow you to utilize your training and expertise to provide technical assistance for routine and complex appointments, case workups, and procedures. Some examples include:

• Overseeing and assisting in the diagnostic work-up of each patient, which includes venipuncture/catheter placement, administering and monitoring sedation, assisting in minor medical procedures and also specializing in the safe administration of chemotherapy
• Working closely with other hospital services to provide the best comprehensive patient care
• Shaping the future of veterinary care through practical instruction of diverse veterinary students
• Assisting with clinical trials to advance veterinary cancer care

What qualifications are required?

• Associate degree from an AVMA-accredited institution plus NYS
  Licensure
• Interest in ongoing career growth and advanced skill development
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to work in a busy, team-oriented clinical environment

The Cornell University Hospital for Animals provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days a year, but the majority of our oncology appointments are outpatients seen Monday through Friday. Opportunities for additional hours and/or other shifts are frequently available. Occasional requests for additional coverage may happen due to caseload and need.

What's in it for you?

• An award-winning employer-of-choice 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 a tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program
• Our LVT career ladder is focused on career and specialty advancement, with financial and mentorship support
• 3 weeks of vacation and 13 holidays with generous holiday pay if you do work on those days

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• Rabies pre-exposure vaccination and titer costs are covered by Cornell.

Who we are and what we do:

Cornell University Hospital for Animals is our core clinical training, patient care, and research unit within the CVM, composed of six diverse, world-class veterinary clinical units providing primary and specialty care. The Cornell Veterinary teaching hospital has 23 specialty services led by internationally renowned board-certified veterinary specialists, providing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care of animals, including 24/7 emergency care. We strive to provide a diverse, inclusive, and fulfilling work environment for our family of employees who are committed to outstanding patient care, client service, and veterinary training and research.

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