Orthopedic Surgery Veterinary Assistant or Technician (Temporary Hourly)

Temporary Hourly

Temporary

Yes

0-40

Yes

Fort Collins, CO 80523

No

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

cherie.ouellet@colostate.edu

CSU’s Small Animal Orthopedic Medicine and Mobility (OMM) service is looking for a veterinary assistant or Certified/Registered veterinary technician to assist with the OMM service’s current case load for receiving on the clinic floor. Our service uses state-of-the-art orthopedic techniques and technology, to diagnose and non-surgically treat injury and disease of the musculoskeletal system with the goal to enhance the quality of life for pets and their owners by easing pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life.

Previous work experience in a veterinary setting.

• Registered as a Veterinary Technician (VT) or Provisional Veterinary Technician (PVT) through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
• Graduate of accredited veterinary technician program with greater than two (2) years’ experience in veterinary medicine. *Please note, a transcript or diploma must be attached to this application to demonstrate graduation from the vet tech program.
  • SUBSTITUTIONS: Two years of experience as defined by the department will substitute for each year of required education. A bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in veterinary/animal health technology will substitute for the associate degree and, at the agency’s discretion, the three years of experience.
  
  

• NOTE: VETERINARY PRACTICE ACT – Effective January 1, 2024, anyone wanting to use the titles Registered Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Technician, RVT, or VT will have to be certified through the Colorado Association of Certified Veterinary Technicians (CACVT) AND registered through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). Please visit the CACVT website for more information: https://www.cacvt.org/registration-faqs

Orthopedic Surgery Veterinary Assistant or Technician (Temporary Hourly)

202500146T

Veterinary Teaching Hospital

$19.10-$21.50

03/26/2025

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Cherie Ouellet at: cherie.ouellet@colostate.edu. References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Patient Care

Facilitates patient handling, diagnostics, monitoring, and treatment during appointments. Assists with blood draws, and small procedures such as X-rays, CT, shockwave, or joint taps. Duties are completed by this position as the patient advocate, with the goal of providing and ensuring outstanding patient care, through professional interaction with students/staff.

50

Transporter

Assists in transporting patients to radiology or CT for imaging and transporting patients to the clinical treatment area and back to clients. Performs duties with the goal of increasing efficiency and safety of patients during transport throughout the hospital.

20

Organization

Organizes/Stocks OMM cabinet, rounds room, and ortho treatment area. Helps in cleaning clipper blades and collecting supplies from central supply. Performs duties with the goal of helping to facilitating efficient care within the service.

20

Administrative

Assists students/interns/residents with orthopedic exams and client communication. Assists with laboratory, and imaging requests. Assists with getting consent forms and estimates signed by clients. Performs duties with the goal of facilitating an efficient and client-oriented orthopedic service.

10

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