Orthopedic Vet Tech II: Mobility & Rehab Specialist

Colorado State University

Fort Collins (CO)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 58,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Colorado State University’s Orthopedic Medicine and Mobility (OMM) Service seeks a Veterinary Technician II to provide advanced nursing care, anesthesia support, and clinical assistance for orthopedic patients. The role collaborates with veterinarians, rehabilitation staff, and students, mentoring interns in technical skills and hospital protocols.

Responsibilities include gait analysis, mobility assessments, joint injections prep, diagnostic sampling, client education, and maintaining

Qualifications

Must have RVT or PVT status by start date.
Colorado credentialing or eligible state credentialing required.

Responsibilities

Assist in specialized orthopedic procedures, gait analysis, lameness evaluations, mobility assessments, and preparation for joint injections.
Coordinate patient care across services with Diagnostics, Rehabilitation, Radiology, Anesthesia, and specialty teams.
Maintain and prepare gait equipment and mobility assessment tools for efficient patient care.
Provide patient care and technical support, perform clinical procedures and monitor patients with sound judgment.
Collaborate with veterinarians, students, and staff; mentor trainees and promote best practices.
Support daily clinical workflows, documentation, and equipment management to improve operations.