Veterinary Assistant I - Equine Medicine and Critical Care

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• One year of experience caring for horses and providing equine handling experience OR a combination of related education and/or experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to one (1) year.
• One year (1) experience working in an equine hospital
• Demonstrate experience providing customer service in a fast paced environment.
• A strong desire to learn and advance medical and technical knowledge base.
• Ability to be compassionate and empathetic to clients in emotional situations.
• Demonstrate experience working with a team.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Application Instructions:
• CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you need assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the VTH HR staff at vth_hr@colostate.edu.
• Salary Range
• $36,000 -$39,520
• 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

Additional Information

Job Description This Veterinary Technician Assistant position primarily supports the technicians and patients within the Large Animal hospital, primarily Equine Critical Care, Medicine, and Surgery & Lameness services whose care are being overseen by faculty, residents and interns. If needed this position may float to other large animal. This position requires a basic knowledge of various medical procedures, biosecurity surveillance, and proper equipment usage. This position will assist in the case management on a day-to-day basis by providing support services such as stocking, cleaning and maintaining equipment after use, and providing continuity of patient care with the guidance of the primary technician on shift. This position should have the availability to work holidays, overnights, and weekends, as we are a 24/7/365 hospital. Full Consideration Date: Friday, June 19, 2026, 11:59pm (MT). This position will remain open until filled. Description of 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 Duties: Assists in providing efficient, optimal patient care including: triage, assessment, treatments, monitoring and restraint. Collaborates with interns, residents, faculty and technicians to ensure appropriate treatment plans. This is done by evaluating patient status, response to therapy, collecting diagnostic samples, setting up for procedures Provides clinical and technical assistance such as: fluid and drug administration, IV sampling, blood gas collection, operation and trouble shooting of all specialty-related equipment, set up and break down of procedures, cleaning and stocking clinical areas Assist in out-patient appointments such as neuro exams, endoscopy procedures, ultrasound exams, respiratory exams, ophthalmology exams. Responsible for biosecurity awareness by leading by example and educating clients within the Equine barn. Learn process to appropriately clean and store equipment between uses o protect biosecurity of equipment. Participate in the annual process of deep cleaning of the equine hospital. Uphold information presented to DVM and FRCC students within orientation that includes basic knowledge of the working function of the main hospital and equine isolation unit. Supervision: No formal supervisory duties 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.

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