Lead Orthopedic Surgery Vet Tech & Mentor

CSU Veterinary Health

Fort Collins (CO)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus
Relocation expenses
Differential pay

Job summary

CSU Veterinary Health is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join the Orthopedic Surgery Service in Fort Collins. VTII/VTIII positions include perioperative patient care, surgical preparation, and intraoperative support, with responsibilities spanning collaboration, teaching, and workflow optimization.

The role offers differential pay and potential signing bonus or relocation assistance. Candidates must have RVT certification in Colorado or the ability to obtain it and 2–3+ years of

Qualifications

  • Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification recognized in Colorado or ability to acquire certification at the time of hire.
  • 2+ years of working experience in veterinary medicine (VTII).
  • 3+ years of working experience in veterinary medicine (VTIII).

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient care and technical support during perioperative periods and orthopedic procedures.
  • Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, students, and staff to coordinate patient care and teach.
  • Maintain documentation, prepare equipment, and support efficient daily workflow.
  • Support protocol compliance, quality improvement, and professional development.
  • Provide intraoperative support and nursing care for orthopedic patients.

Skills

Leadership
Clinical care
Communication
Mentoring

Education

RVT certification (Colorado)

Job description

CSU Veterinary Health is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join the Orthopedic Surgery Service in Fort Collins. VTII/VTIII positions include perioperative patient care, surgical preparation, and intraoperative support, with responsibilities spanning collaboration, teaching, and workflow optimization.

The role offers differential pay and potential signing bonus or relocation assistance. Candidates must have RVT certification in Colorado or the ability to obtain it and 2–3+ years of

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