MNYBAALAS LVT Award

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This award recognizes an extraordinary New York State Licensed Veterinary Technician who demonstrates compassionate care, contributions to mentorship, and professional and researcher education. The award consists of: $250 honorarium and plaque. An individual may self-nominate and must meet the general and focus area criteria listed below.

General Criteria:

1. Is an active member of MNYBAALAS
2. Has worked in research as a NY Licensed Veterinary Technician for a minimum of 3 years
3. Is a current NY Registered Veterinary Technician Licensure holder
4. Is a current Registered ALAT, LAT or LATg certification holder

Focus Area Criteria:

1. Has displayed a significant amount of compassion, respect, and dedication to all species used in the workplace.
2. Has shown ability to provide positive instructions, share career growth information, and support their colleagues.
3. Has demonstrated an interest in education (public presentation, poster, research paper / article, workplace training events). Presentations can be made at AALAS or local events.
4. Has implemented or created new techniques or standards within the workplace.

Information Checklist to Include in Nomination Package:

- Nominee’s name and place of work (may be included on resume)
- CV or resume
- Copies of current AALAS Certificate Registration and NY Veterinary Technician License Registration (may black out address). Both documents must indicate name and expiration dates.
-  Nomination letter(s)

Note: The nomination letter is the most important element for the committee’s consideration of a candidate. The nomination letter should provide details about the candidate’s achievements that are relevant for consideration for the LVT award. It should clearly address the focus area criteria (contributions to the research community; distinguished or notable professional achievements; service that reflects excellence in our field; publications, research or creative work)

- Letters of support (1-3 limit) – highlight different aspects of candidate’s qualifications

- Please submit the nomination package to Diana Medina at metroawardscommittee@gmail.com by October 29th, 2021

- Nominees will be notified by November 5, 2020 and must attend Technician Night (November 10th, 2021) to receive the award