Certified Veterinary Technician - Overnight Emergency Room Nurse

Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
Stamford, CT

Make a Difference When It Matters Most!

Are you a passionate and skilled Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) ready to take your career to the next level? Join our dedicated Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) team, where your expertise will directly impact the lives of pets in need.

Who We Are:

  • Cornell University Veterinary Specialists (CUVS) is a specialty and emergency veterinary center located in Stamford, CT. As a subsidiary of Cornell University, CUVS is a mission-driven hospital that redefines the delivery of specialty care by bringing together the best of private practice with the best of academia to benefit pets, owners, and the profession.

  • A VECCS Level 1 multispecialty and emergency hospital with a collaborative approach to medicine and a culture that cares about top-notch patient care, service, and your professional growth.

  • A robust ECC service with five criticalists, six ER doctors, five residents, and multiple veterinary technician specialists (VTS).

  • The ECC team is supported by a comprehensive array of specialty services, including surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, oncology, ophthalmology, dentistry-oral surgery and anesthesiology.

What You’ll Do:

  • Triage critically ill dogs and cats and contribute to their stabilization, diagnosis, and treatment.

  • Perform patient assessments and partner with our doctors to provide exceptional patient care and outstanding client service and education.

  • Perform advanced technical procedures.

  • Monitor patient progress and communicate with pet owners.

  • Support a team-oriented approach to patient care during overnight hours.

Compensation Range:

  • $30 - $42/hour (Eligible for overtime and shift-differentials)

What We Offer:

  • A collaborative team culture, focused on providing an unparalleled level of care.

  • Established processes to help you grow and achieve your career goals, including effective mentorship and a dedicated Director of Learning and Development.

  • Excellent compensation PLUS shift differentials for overnight and weekend hours.

  • Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000, commensurate with experience.

  • An outstanding Benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Paid time off and holiday pay; Continuing education allowance and opportunities; License reimbursement; 401(k) with employer match; Pet care insurance stipends and discounts.

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