Shift Coordinator S06 - Equine Nemo Farm Animal Hospital
About The Position
The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Shift Coordinator to support the team at the Equine Nemo Farm Animal Hospital (ENFAH). The Shift Coordinator will provide in-the-moment assistance to the animal care team as it pertains to decision making, problem solving and staffing coverage during morning and weekend shifts. You will also provide the Animal Care Supervisor with feedback, in a timely manner, on any personnel matters. As the first point of contact for LVTs and clinicians during shifts, you will demonstrate strong problem-solving and professional communication skills. You will work alongside the team, offering guidance on prioritizing daily tasks and project assignments.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of experience in a farm environment, specifically including animal husbandry, restraint of large animal including horses, cows, deer, alpacas, sheep, pigs.
- Knowledge and ability to apply infection control practices
- Must possess valid NYS driver’s license and ability to drive a forklift after certification.
- Must be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding environment while handling multiple tasks and paying close attention to details.
- Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position including be able to lift 50 lbs or more.
- Must possess and demonstrate the ability to lead and must possess strong organizational skills
- Must demonstrate the ability, desire, and aptitude to train new staff.
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership experience.
- Previous experience in a large animal veterinary clinical practice.
- Proven track record of successful working relationships in a dynamic, multi-faceted environment
Responsibilities
- Cleaning, washing and disinfecting animal stalls (including the isolation and recovery areas) and equipment.
- Transportation and loading of live and dead animals, restraining animals as needed, and handling bulk quantities of animal feed, bedding and related supplies.
- Monitoring facilities issues and bringing them to the attention of the Supervisor.
- Monitoring and maintaining the supply stock in the isolation building along with ensuring that any equipment that is brought to the isolation building is properly maintained and brought back to the hospital.
Benefits
- 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 generous holiday pay if you work on those days
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
