Registered Veterinary Technician I - Primary Care

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University’s Veterinary Health System seeks a Veterinary Technician I to provide skilled nursing support in the Small Animal Primary Care service. You will assist with examinations, anesthesia, dentistry, treatments, and client communication as part of a teaching hospital team.

You will mentor veterinary and veterinary technology students, demonstrate clinical skills, and help maintain efficient workflow while delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care in a

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience assisting in direct care of animal patients.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures preferred.
• Experience in teaching environments and mentoring veterinary or veterinary technology students is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing support including examinations, diagnostics, anesthesia, treatments, dentistry, and sample submission.
• Deliver anesthesia and dental support; prepare patients and document plans.
• Educate and mentor students by demonstrating clinical skills and providing real-time coaching.
• Assist with client communication; explain procedures and discuss diagnostics and plans.
• Coordinate daily operations: scheduling, patient flow, medical records, and cost tracking.
• Collaborate with clinicians, house officers, students, interns, and staff to support hospital operations.
• Supervise interns, volunteers, and student learners in a structured learning environment.
• Tailor treatment options based on patient needs and client resources.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Teaching/mentoring

Administrative organization

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Certification (Colorado)

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Veterinary Technician I provides skilled technical nursing support within the Small Animal Primary Care service within the CSU Veterinary Health System. This position delivers high-quality patient care while supporting the hospital’s missions of clinical service, teaching, and learning. Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, diagnostics, anesthesia, dentistry, treatments, and client communication, while working collaboratively with faculty clinicians, house officers, veterinary students, and support staff. As a teaching hospital team member, this position plays an active role in mentoring veterinary and veterinary technology students by demonstrating clinical skills, promoting best practices in patient care, and fostering a positive learning environment. The Veterinary Technician I also contributes to daily service operations, supports workflow efficiency, and helps ensure compassionate, accessible, and high-quality care for patients and clients.

Full Consideration Date:

Friday, 8/21/2026, 11:59pm (MT). Open until filled.

Description of the Work Unit:

At the CSU Veterinary Health System, animals and the people who care for them are at the heart of everything we do. Every decision we make reflects our commitment to those who trust us with their animals’ health. That focus inspires us to deliver expert veterinary services, support veterinary education and training, and advance groundbreaking research. We show up every day with passion, eagerness to collaborate, and a drive to redefine what’s possible. Our deep partnership with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences amplifies our impact, enabling us to boldly innovate and share knowledge widely.

Essential Job Duties:

• Provide skilled technical nursing support including assisting with examinations, diagnostics, anesthesia, treatments, dentistry, blood pressure measurement, therapeutic management, and diagnostic sample submission.
• Deliver high-quality anesthesia and dental support by preparing patients, assisting with procedures, performing digital dental radiography, and documenting periodontal disease and treatment plans.
• Educate and mentor veterinary and veterinary technology students by demonstrating clinical skills, guiding use of instruments and techniques, and providing real-time coaching and constructive feedback.
• Support client communication by explaining procedures, discussing diagnostics and treatment plans, and modeling effective communication practices for students.
• Coordinate daily service operations by managing scheduling, patient flow, medical records, and cost tracking to ensure efficient clinical workflow.
• Facilitate a collaborative, team-based environment by working closely with clinicians, house officers, students, interns, and support staff to support hospital operations and learning objectives.
• Supervise and support interns, volunteers, and student learners, fostering a structured, positive, and wellness-centered educational environment.
• Promote a spectrum of care approach by helping tailor treatment options based on patient needs and client resources while ensuring compassionate and accessible care.

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
• Essential Services Designation: Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety and welfare.

Supervision:

No formal supervisory duties

Minimum Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Certification recognized by the State of Colorado and through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
• 1+ years of experience assisting in the direct care of animal patients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures.
• Experience working in a teaching environment and mentoring veterinary or veterinary technology students.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and contribute to an efficient clinical workflow.

Salary Range

$40,000 - $47,700

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance,CSUis where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Background Check Policy Statement

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,CSUconducts 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.

EEO

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.