Pre-Licensed Vet Tech: Nursing Care in Teaching Hospital

Cornell University; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks of paid vacation

13 holiday days + 2 floating holidays

Award-winning benefits program

Comprehensive health care options

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Retirement contributions

Tuition assistance and education perks

Cornell benefits information link

Job summary

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Intermediate Nursing Care team and support high-quality patient care in a dynamic teaching hospital environment. Working under the guidance of experienced LVTs and veterinarians, you’ll gain hands‑on experience providing care to a diverse range of patients.

You’ll assist with patient care, diagnostics, treatments, admissions and discharges, and contribute to the educational mission of a

Qualifications

• High school diploma with six months of basic animal handling experience.
• Enrolled in an AVMA accredited associates’ degree in veterinary technology distant learning program (SUNY Delhi preferred).
• Must obtain Veterinary Technology degree within three years with consistent enrollment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions, complete assigned tasks independently, and seek clarification when needed.
• Working knowledge of basic veterinary medicine concepts, including vaccinations, laboratory testing, common diseases, medical terminology, and animal behavior.
• Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical record systems, including ezyVet.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to receive, apply, and respond positively to feedback.
• Ability to stand, kneel, lift, and safely restrain animals weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as needed under the supervision of a veterinarian or Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and intermediate nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients, including feeding, husbandry, medications, treatments, and patient monitoring under LVT/DVM direction.
• Assist with clinical procedures and diagnostics, including patient restraint, laboratory sample processing, imaging and anesthesia transport, and preparation for procedures.
• Support daily patient flow and clinical operations by assisting with admissions and discharges, preparing treatment areas, maintaining supplies, and keeping workspaces clean, organized, and safe.
• Maintain accurate patient records and collaborate with the care team, using ezyVet and Instinct while working closely with LVTs, veterinarians, students, interns, residents, and other hospital staff. Paste text

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

AVMA accredited veterinary technology program

Enrollment in distant learning vet tech program

Commitment to complete degree within 3 years

Tools

ezyVet

Instinct

Job description

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician to join the Intermediate Nursing Care team and support high-quality patient care in a dynamic teaching hospital environment. Working under the guidance of experienced LVTs and veterinarians, you’ll gain hands‑on experience providing care to a diverse range of patients.

You’ll assist with patient care, diagnostics, treatments, admissions and discharges, and contribute to the educational mission of a