Orthopedic Surgery Veterinary Technician II or III at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO

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Job Description Position Summary: The Orthopedic Surgery Service is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to provide technical leadership and support the daily clinical and surgical operations of the service. This role is responsible for coordinating patient care and workflow, supporting orthopedic procedures, mentoring and guiding veterinary technicians and students, and helping ensure the team has the resources and expertise needed to provide high-quality patient care. The position serves as an important link between the veterinary team, technical staff, students, and other hospital services. Through clinical expertise, team leadership, and workflow coordination, this role helps maintain efficient case flow, support staff development, and ensure consistent delivery of specialized orthopedic care. For full consideration, please apply by Monday, November 9, 2026, 11:59pm (MT). This position will remain open until filled. Signing bonus and/or relocation expenses may be available for eligible and successful candidates. 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. In addition to the salary, this position is eligible for differential pay. Salary Differentials: We offer hourly differentials for certain days/times as an incentive to team members should your shift fall during these days/times. These differentials apply when half or more of the scheduled hours fall between that shift. + 20 % of your hourly rate for hours worked 4 pm on Friday – 6 am on Monday + 14 % of your hourly rate for hours worked 11 pm – 6 am Monday-Thursday + 7.5 % of your hourly rate for hours worked 4 pm-11 pm Monday-Thursday Essential Job Duties: Veterinary Technician II job duties would include: Patient Care and Clinical Support: Independently provide patient care and technical support by performing clinical procedures, diagnostics, treatments, and monitoring while exercising sound clinical judgment within established protocols. Provide safe and appropriate care for orthopedic patients throughout the perioperative period. Communication, Collaboration, and Teaching: Collaborate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, students, clients, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care. Provide guidance, mentoring, and instruction to students, trainees, and less experienced staff within the scope of assigned responsibilities. Service Operations and Organizational Support: Support daily clinical workflows, maintain accurate documentation, prepare and maintain equipment and supplies, and contribute to efficient patient care through problem solving and continuous improvement. Professional Development and Organizational Contribution: Maintain technical competencies, participate in quality improvement initiatives, support protocol compliance and implementation of best practices, and perform other duties as assigned in support of patient care, departmental operations, and organizational priorities. Orthopedic Surgical Support: Provide technical support for orthopedic surgical procedures, including patient preparation, positioning, surgical site preparation, equipment and instrumentation preparation, intraoperative assistance, and postoperative patient care. Orthopedic Patient Management: Provide nursing and technical care for orthopedic patients throughout the perioperative period, including patient monitoring, treatments, pain management, mobility sup