Animal Technician II - Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists

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