Cornell University Veterinary Specialists (CUVS) is a specialty and emergency veterinary center located in easily accessible Harbor Point, Stamford CT. CUVS is a mission-driven hospital that redefines the delivery of specialty and emergency care by bringing together the best of private practice with the best of academia to benefit pets, owners, and the profession. Our ethos is simple: we cannot have the best medicine without the best people. So, at CUVS, we take a very different approach to hiring, training and empowering our people. And we promote a culture that brings out the best in everyone. For more information about Cornell University Veterinary Specialists, please visit our website at www.cuvs.org.
We are actively recruiting for all teams, and specifically for Internal Medicine, ECC (ICU and Emergency), Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery and Dermatology.
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JOB SUMMARYVeterinary Technician (Full-Time)
The Veterinary Technician is an integral part of the Nursing Team at our nationally-renowned world-class institution, where we have board-certified specialists in Emergency-Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Cardiology, and Radiology. This role reports to the Nursing Director.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Do you want to do this?
Patient care and advocacy: passionate about excellent care and committed to educating our clients
Setting the standard for the high level of service that can be expected with every patient, every time
Seeker of depth and breadth: chance to learn in both specialty and general medicine
TEAM AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Do you want to be part of this?:
Our culture prioritizes and values the veterinary technician and their essential role in the clinical team.Our doctors and technicians are a cohesive team of professionals who strongly believe in collaboration, communication, respect, and lifelong learning
Collaborative, not competitive
Continuous developer of self and others
Strong dedication and commitment to each other
SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS FOR SUCCESS: Does this describe you?
Required
Driven to excel in the delivery of the best possible care to dogs and cats
Commitment to excellence and continuous learning
Open to feedback, coaching, and career development
Highly organized and good attention to detail
Personal and team accountability; good judgment and ability to work both independently and on a high-performing team
Resourceful and collaborative problem resolution skills
Strong and respectful written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Specialty veterinary practice experience
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Associates or Bachelors Degree in Veterinary Technology or equivalent
Compensation for this role is extremely competitive and commensurate with experience. We have developed a Nursing organizational structure with leadership positions, VTS mentorship, and trainings. Additionally, CUVS offers an unparalleled comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a continuing education allotment, 401k with employer match, and pet insurance subsidy.
TO APPLY:
Please send a resume (cover letter is optional) to hr@cuvs.org
Cornell University Veterinary Specialists is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. To learn more about our Core Values, please visit www.cuvs.org/about_us/mission_values
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About Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
Established in 2011 as an independent subsidiary of Cornell University, our hospital combines the best aspects of academic practice with the best aspects of private practice to create a unique hospital model. Our missions are to provide exceptional and innovative medicine within a patient-centered model of care, while providing concierge-level service that respects the needs of the client and the referring veterinarian, and to further the education of veterinary professionals.
