Overnight ER Veterinary Nurse ( LVT / RVT / CVT )

  • Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
  • 880 Canal Street
    Stamford, Connecticut
  • 1 day ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time
Years Experience
3 - 5 years
Salary
$30 - $42 Hourly

Job Description


Now Hiring: Certified Veterinary Technician – Overnight Emergency Room Veterinary Nurse

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.

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
  • Three day work week; one weekend shift required
  • Sign-On Bonus up to $10,000, commensurate with experience
  • 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

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time
Years Experience
3 - 5 years
Salary
$30 - $42 Hourly

Benefit Insights


Health Insurance
Discounted Pet Care
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Holiday Pay
Health & Wellness Programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability

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Originally Posted on: 3/5/2026