Flexible Large Animal Care Assistant

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital is seeking a Large Animal Flex Assistant to rotate through equine and livestock services, assisting clinicians and residents in surgery, ophthalmology, dentistry, radiology, and critical care.

The role supports day-to-day case management and provides stocking, cleaning, and continuity of patient care under the guidance of the shift's primary technician.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED plus one year of animal care or related experience.
• One year of experience in an equine or large animal veterinary hospital.
• Flexibility to work with several Large Animal Services throughout the day.
• Strong desire to learn and advance medical and technical knowledge.
• Compassionate and empathetic to clients in emotional situations.
• Experience working with a team including veterinary students.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care support including triage, assessment, treatments, monitoring, and safe animal restraint.
• Assist in implementing daily treatment plans by evaluating patient response, collecting samples, and preparing for procedures.
• Perform clinical support tasks including surgical prep, IV fluids, blood gas collection, equipment operation, and cleaning/restocking.
• Support outpatient appointments including dentistry procedures, radiology exams, neurological exams, endoscopy, ultrasound, respiratory exams, and ophthalmology exams.
• Follow biosecurity protocols by appropriately cleaning, disinfecting, and storing equipment and participating in annual deep-cleaning procedures.
• Maintain accurate invoicing by recording daily patient charges, entering exam requests, and updating patient care levels.
• Monitor and replenish supplies and dry goods, collaborating with Central Supply for necessary orders.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

HS Diploma/GED

1 year vet hospital experience

Flexibility to multi-service day

Willingness to learn

Compassionate client care

Team player with students

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Vet Technician Degree

Job description

Colorado State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital is seeking a Large Animal Flex Assistant to rotate through equine and livestock services, assisting clinicians and residents in surgery, ophthalmology, dentistry, radiology, and critical care.

The role supports day-to-day case management and provides stocking, cleaning, and continuity of patient care under the guidance of the shift's primary technician.