Animal Technician III - CRES

Job description

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, and client coordination. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals, mentoring others, and playing an important role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-organized hospital environment. The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 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. - Perform animal care duties, including feeding, grooming, stall cleaning, and barn upkeep. - Assist with patient admissions, discharges, emergency exams, and surgical procedures. - Monitor hospitalized patients and report concerns to clinicians or LVTs. - Clean, sterilize, and stock hospital equipment and supplies - Jog horses for lameness exams. Required Qualifications: - Associate’s degree and at least 6 months of animal handling experience or equivalent combination of education an...