Licensed Veterinary Technician (lvt Ii) - Small Animal Surgery

Cornell University Hospital for Animals

Ithaca, NY, US
Base: $28.04 - $32.58ph; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Aseptic technique
Patient monitoring
Surgical procedures
** Cornell University Hospital for Animals is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) for its small animal surgery team. The position requires hands-on surgical support, adherence to aseptic standards, and collaboration with veterinarians and students in a teaching hospital environment. **

Job Summary

  • This position plays a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care through hands-on surgical nursing support and strict adherence to aseptic standards.
  • The job responsibilities include performing the duties of a scrub nurse on various, complex orthopedic and soft tissue surgical procedures.
  • Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability, offering great benefits including 3 weeks of paid vacation and 13 additional holiday days.

Matching Summary

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** Cornell University Hospital for Animals is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) for its small animal surgery team. The position requires hands-on surgical support, adherence to aseptic standards, and collaboration with veterinarians and students in a teaching hospital environment. **

Salary

Base: $28.04 - $32.58/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health care options, wellness programs, employee discounts, generous retirement contributions, educational benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Aseptic technique
  • Patient monitoring
  • Surgical procedures
  • Inventory management
  • Veterinary student instruction

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative environment
  • Continuous improvement
  • High-volume surgical service

Key Requirements

  • Associates degree in Veterinary Technology
  • At least 1 year of experience as an LVT
  • NYS licensure or eligible
  • Ability to lift over 50 pounds
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Work Rights

Not specified

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