"Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Theriogenology"

The Theriogenology service at the Cornell University Hospital for Animals is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to support advanced reproductive care in a collaborative academic teaching hospital. This role blends hands-on clinical work with laboratory, client service, and instructional responsibilities across equine, farm, and companion animal settings. Working closely with faculty clinicians, students, and hospital teams, the technician plays a key role in patient care, research, and teaching. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and energized by a fast-paced environment that advances both clinical excellence and veterinary education.

The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide patient care and client support for the Reproductive Medicine service across equine, farm, and companion animal settings
• Assist with admissions, client communication, documentation, estimates, and discharge instructions
• Set up, assist with, and clean up after reproductive, diagnostic, and emergency procedures while monitoring patient status
• Manage clinical and laboratory operations, including equipment, samples, semen processing, supplies, medications, and safety protocols
• Support teaching and research by supervising students, assisting with labs, ensuring compliance, and contributing to research activities

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 with eligibility for New York State licensure within three months of hire
• At least one year of relevant experience working as a Licensed Veterinary Technician, preferably with small animal or equine experience
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand clinical environment while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Capacity to meet the physical demands of the role, including prolonged standing and kneeling, lifting and restraining patients, and managing stressful situations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working at an equine, canine or farm animal breeding operation.
• Experience with equine and farm animals strongly desired, with stallion and foal handling

Important Details about the Position

• This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY.
• This is a full-time three-year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.
• 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, and sustainability.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretion

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 Veterinary Reproductive Team services animals small and large through the Companion Animal Hospital (CAH), Equine and Nemo Farm Animal Hospital (ENFAH) and Equine Park (EP). Board-certified specialists, dedicated residents, licensed veterinary technicians, and supervised students work together to provide the best available surgical care, diagnostic procedures, treatment, and hospitalization for our patients. We are open around the clock for emergency and critical care cases, including colic care, trauma, neonatal intensive care, and high-risk pregnancies.

The Cornell University Equine Park is the "hidden gem" of the College of Veterinary Medicine with 165 acres of green pastures, multiple barns and less than 2 miles from the College.

University Job Title: Licensed Veterinary Technician II

Job Family: Health

Level: D

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Range: $28.04 - $32.58

Remote Option Availability: Onsite

Company: Contract College