The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks an Animal Technician to join the Ruffian team located in Elmont, NY. This position combines hands-on equine care with operational support, including patient handling, facility monitoring, equipment operation, and supply coordination.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent up to 1 year of experience in a barn environment, including direct experience with horses, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrated ability to handle horses, feed stocking and general stable hand work
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which include, but are not limited to, prolonged standing and kneeling, and lifting and restraining patients which exceed 100lbs
- Must have valid NYS driver’s license and the ability to operate a variety of machinery, including tractors, trucks and forklift
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Must have knowledge of infection control practices
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide variety of people including students, veterinary technicians, and clients
Benefits
- 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