Job Information
Colorado State University Registered Veterinary Technician I - IMCU in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleRegistered Veterinary Technician I - IMCU
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionNo
Posting Number202302228AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleTechnical/Support I
Number of Vacancies1
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$39,720-$47,664
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, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.
For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.
For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on02/12/2024
Description of Work Unit
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.
To educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every d ay. The Intermediate Care unit is an integral part of the Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital which provides 24/7 state-of- the-art perioperative care and medical boarding.
Position Summary
This position recovers patients from anesthesia, provides perioperative care, promotes overall patient comfort, administers medications as needed, and communicates as needed with IC team, work leader and supervisor as needed.
This is an essential worker position and must be willing and able to report to work as directed to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay or interruption.
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
A combination of signing bonus + moving expenses available to successful candidates.
Required Job Qualifications
An associate degree from an accredited college or university in veterinary/animal health technology AND one year of experience assisting in animal medicinal care, administering anesthesia to animals and/or performing veterinary surgery.
Credentialed in the State of Colorado
Registered through DORA (Department of Regulatory Agencies)
Acceptable 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 two years of experience.
The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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
Preferred Job Qualifications
Relative experience commensurate with the specific position to be filled.
Experience in animal sedation, and anesthetic and surgical patient recovery.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryPatient Care
Duty/Responsibility
The position provides care to hospitalized patients in Intermediate Care.
The position recovers patients from anesthesia, properly administers medications and fluids as needed, and provides overall patient comfort, under the direction of the IC supervisor and work leader.
This position works in partnership with the PVM student assigned to the case, and the primary VTH clinician.
This position will communicate with other services regarding the care and transport of patients as necessary within departments of the VTH , and transfers patients as needed.
The position will accurately perform basic drug calculations, observe and recognize changes in patient status, communicate effectively with the IC team, and demonstrate caring behavior with all patients.
This position ensures patient readiness for discharge from the VTH .
Percentage Of Time70%
Job Duty CategoryMaintains Service Area
Duty/Responsibility
Responsible for maintaining equipment in IC, and submitting work orders as needed to make sure that repairs are made. Responsible for cleaning and upkeep of IC unit.
Responsible for checking stock levels, and replenishing as needed.
Responsible for checking drugs and supplies for expiration date, and replacing when needed.
This position adheres to VTH purchasing and Central Supply protocol.
Percentage Of Time20%
Job Duty CategoryDocumentation and Billing
Duty/Responsibility
This position records all relevant information into the patient’s medical record.
This position ensures that all IC patients have been billed accurately before being discharged from the VTH .
Percentage Of Time10%
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position will remain open until filled. However, for full consideration please apply by 2/12/2024, 11:59 PM (MT).
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, credentialing documents, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation, Shift Work, On-call Status - as needed
Search Contactmichelle.riesel@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .
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, 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.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you willing and able to report to work during inclement weather, without delay or interruption, to provide essential or emergency services to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of clients?
Yes
No
Cover Letter
Resume
DORA License
CACVT/Other State Vet Tech Certification
Optional Documents