Top 19 Animal technician Jobs in Ithaca, Ny

Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician (Pre-LVT) - Small Animal Emergency
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $23.40 - $24.28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Specialty Veterinary Technician Supervisor
VCA Animal Hospitals —Ithaca, NY
- $32 - $36 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Veterinary Technician Overnight
VCA Animal Hospitals —Ithaca, NY
- $26 - $32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Patient monitoring
- Mid-level
- Patient care
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Critical Care Service
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Veterinary Pharmacy Technician
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $23.40 - $24.28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Outpatient experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Large Animal Internal Medicine
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Intensive Care Unit
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT I) - Nursing Care Units
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $24.30 - $25.69 an hour
- Online Application
- Mentoring
- 1 year
- Associate's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Ithaca/Lansing NY
Meadowridge Veterinary Hospital —Ithaca, NY
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Small Animal Surgery
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
License Veterinary Technician
Midstate Veterinary Services P —Cortland, NY
- $22 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Profit sharing
- Continuing education credits
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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - RT Imaging Technician
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Licensed Veterinary Technician
CareVet —Freeville, NY
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Clinic experience
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Anesthesia
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Groton City Animal Hospital —Groton, NY
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Associate's degree
- Communication skills
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Large Animal Operating Room
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Online Application
- Medical office experience
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Emergency Care (ER)
Cornell University —Ithaca, NY
- $28.04 - $32.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- University
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quality Field Technician (PET) - BCV - N2 (6pm-630am)
Byrne —Cortland, NY
- $23.50 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Quality Field Technician (PET) - BCV - N1 (6pm-630am)
Byrne —Cortland, NY
- $23.50 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician (Pre-LVT) - Small Animal Emergency

Cornell University -
Ithaca, NY

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Job Details

$23.40 - $24.28 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Employee discount

Qualifications

Medical documentation
Veterinary preventive care
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Animal behavior
High school diploma or GED
Pet vaccination
Medical laboratory work experience
Veterinary laboratory work
Managing patient records
Medical terminology
Vaccination administration
Animal restraint

Full Job Description

Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician (Pre-LVT) - Small Animal Emergency

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The Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) is seeking a Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team while actively pursuing an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology degree. Working under the supervision of experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians and veterinarians, this role provides hands-on clinical support in a fast-paced teaching hospital environment. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, laboratory procedures, clinical preparation, client service, and maintaining organized, efficient clinical spaces. This position offers a valuable opportunity to develop practical veterinary nursing skills while contributing to exceptional patient care and advancing toward veterinary technician licensure.

The job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assist with patient care activities, including physical exams, low-stress handling and restraint, medication administration, and patient transport.
Support diagnostic and treatment procedures through laboratory sample collection, processing, and clinical area preparation.
Provide excellent client service by assisting with appointments, consultations, and patient discharges.
Maintain organized clinical operations through stocking supplies, sanitizing workspaces, and completing basic electronic medical record (ezyVet) tasks.

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.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma with six months of basic animal handling experience.
Accepted and enrolled in an AVMA accredited associates’ degree in veterinary technology distant learning program. The preferred program is SUNY Delhi with consideration to other programs, such as Penn Foster.
Must successfully obtain Veterinary Technology degree within three years with consistent enrollment.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to follow instructions, complete assigned tasks independently, and seek clarification when needed.
Working knowledge of basic veterinary medicine concepts, including vaccinations, laboratory testing, common diseases, medical terminology, and animal behavior.
Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical record systems, including ezyVet.
Strong communication skills with the ability to receive, apply, and respond positively to feedback.
Ability to stand, kneel, lift, and safely restrain animals weighing more than 50 pounds.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts as needed under the supervision of a veterinarian or Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Important Details about the Position

This is an onsite position located in Ithaca, NY.
We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position.

While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks.

The Following Documents are Required to be Submitted with your Application

Resume
Cover Letter

What We Offer:

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

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
Follow this link for more information: https://hr.cornell.edu/understand-your-benefits

Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

Questions?

Gabriel Gonzalez - [email protected]

University Job Title:

Pre-Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job Family:

Health

Level:

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

$23.40 - $24.28

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Katie Ehemann

Contact Email:

[email protected]

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Prior relevant work or industry experience
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position
Unique applicable skills
Academic Discipline

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EEO Statement:

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “... any person ... any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

2026-03-20

About Us

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.

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animal technician jobs in ithaca, ny

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