Cornell University Veterinary Specialists (CUVS) in Stamford, CT, is seeking a credentialed technician with CCRP or CCRA certification (or desire to work towards their certification) to work with our board-certified sports medicine and rehabilitation (SMR) specialist. Currently, there are only about 50 canine SMR specialists in the United States, so this is a unique opportunity to provide care at the highest level.
The Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Service at CUVS works collaboratively with other services within CUVS, as well as accepting referrals from other specialty and general practices. Each rehabilitation patient receives an individualized treatment plan which may include: post-surgical assessment, neurologic assessment, manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, massage, thermotherapy, cryotherapy (Game Ready), neurofunctional acupuncture, weight control and programs for core strengthening and stability. Modalities include: underwater treadmill, cold laser, electrical stimulation (NMES, E-STIM), orthosis (braces) management, prosthesis management and regenerative medicine (stem cells and PRP).
CUVS is a rapidly growing specialty and emergency center with a mission to provide exceptional and innovative medicine within a patient-centered and service-oriented model. Established in 2011, we are a for-profit subsidiary of Cornell University. As such, our hospital combines the best aspects of academic practice with the best aspects of private practice to create a unique hospital model.
CUVS has board-certified specialists in Emergency-Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Dermatology and Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, as well as advanced Interventional Radiology-Endoscopy. We boast a level 1 VECCS-certified ECC Department that has the expertise and technology for optimum patient care . Our culture prioritizes and values the veterinary technician and their essential role in the clinical team. Our doctors and technicians are a cohesive team of professionals who strongly believe in collaboration, communication, respect, and lifelong learning.
We are dedicated to helping our team members develop to their fullest potential. Many of our technicians are credentialed veterinary technician specialists (VTS) or are tracking towards certification. Others are pursuing supervisory positions through our Nursing Leadership Initiative. Others are pursuing supervisory positions through our Nursing Leadership Initiative. To that end, our Career Development Initiative was designed to proactively assist each of our team members in achieving their professional development goals. Why choose a hospital that offers you a job, when you can choose a hospital that offers you a career?
Located in Harbor Point, Stamford, the area offers a rich cultural experience and myriad water and other outdoor activities. We are 45 minutes from Manhattan and minutes from commuter trains and the Interstate.
CUVS offers an outstanding compensation package, including CE allowance, matching 401k, medical, dental, pet, disability and life insurance. We also offer an amazing culture! CUVS is a great place to utilize and grow your skills in a challenging, rewarding, fun, and respectful environment. Individuals with a passion for their work, a strong sense of collaboration and teamwork, and an appreciation for diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Located in Stamford CT
Contact Person: Alexandra Ocampo
Contact info: hr@cuvs.org