Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Anesthesia

Cornell University; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

Holiday days

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician to provide hands-on anesthesia care for companion animals, horses, and farm animals in a fast-paced academic teaching environment. You will work closely with faculty clinicians while supporting the training of veterinary students, interns, and residents.

This onsite role in Ithaca, NY requires strong teamwork and the ability to manage multiple cases with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Veterinary Technology and at least 1 year of experience.
• NYS licensure or eligible to be licensed.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the team while managing multiple cases and responsibilities with high attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, kneeling, lifting and restraining animals.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as a veterinary anesthesia technician under the direction of anesthesia faculty.
• Anesthetize, monitor, and recover companion, equine, and farm animal patients, including drug administration and equipment troubleshooting.
• Orient and instruct veterinary students, interns, residents, and house staff in anesthesia techniques.
• Manage anesthesia operations, including equipment maintenance, case scheduling and records, drug inventory, and support for clinical research; maintain flexibility for on‑call or weekend shifts.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Associates degree in Veterinary Technology

NYS licensure or eligible

Tools

Monitoring equipment

Arterial catheter placement

Job description

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician to join our hospital team. In this role, you’ll provide hands‑on anesthesia care for companion animals, horses, and farm animals in a fast‑paced academic teaching environment. You’ll work closely with faculty clinicians while supporting the training of veterinary students, interns, and residents. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys advanced clinical work, teamwork, and being part of a mission‑driven veterinary hospital.

The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide direct patient care as a veterinary anesthesia technician under the direction of anesthesia faculty.
• Anesthetize, monitor, and recover companion, equine, and farm animal patients, including drug administration and equipment troubleshooting.
• Orient and instruct veterinary students, interns, residents, and house staff in anesthesia techniques.
• Manage anesthesia operations, including equipment maintenance, case scheduling and records, drug inventory (including controlled substances), and support for clinical research; maintain flexibility for on‑call or weekend shifts.

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

• Associates degree in Veterinary Technology and at least 1 year of experience or equivalent combination
• NYS licensure or eligible to be licensed
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Collaborate with the team while managing multiple cases and responsibilities with high attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to receive, implement, and offer constructive criticism
• Must have the ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which include, but are not limited to, stressful situations, prolonged standing and kneeling, lifting and restraining animals that often exceed 50 pounds.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple types of monitoring equipment to include blood pressure, pulse oximeter, ventilators, etc, as well as experience with arterial catheter placement.
• Experience with anesthesia for patients undergoing radiation therapy treatments.

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.

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.

Questions?

Gabriel Gonzalez - [e-mail]

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

Contact Name

Katie Ehemann

Contact Email

[e-mail]

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2026-02-23