Description

Veterinary Assistant Opportunity - Join our Cardiology Team!

The Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Cardiology team! This is a unique opportunity to work alongside board-certified cardiologists, experienced RVTs, residents, interns, and veterinary students while caring for patients with a wide variety of cardiovascular diseases. From routine cardiology appointments to advanced procedures and open-heart surgery support, no two days are the same.

This position is being added because the service is growing. Cardiology experience is a plus, but we're happy to train a motivated candidate with a foundation in veterinary medicine and a desire to learn specialty practice.

What You'll Do
As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an important role in keeping our busy specialty service running smoothly by:

• Supporting outpatient cardiology appointments and diagnostics
• Assisting with patient handling and preparation for echocardiograms, ECGs, and other cardiac procedures
• Helping maintain efficient patient flow and clinic operations
• Supporting faculty, technicians, house officers, and veterinary students in a collaborative teaching environment
• Assisting with administrative tasks, appointment coordination, stocking, and maintaining clinical spaces

Why Cardiology?
This isn't just another assistant position. You'll become part of a team that performs cutting-edge cardiovascular procedures while helping train future veterinarians. Our service continues to grow and offers opportunities to work with complex medical cases, advanced technology, and a collaborative team that values learning and professional development.

Why CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital?

• Competitive State of Colorado benefits package
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave
• Retirement and excellent health insurance
• Tuition benefits
• Continuing education opportunities
• Work alongside nationally recognized specialists in a collaborative teaching hospital
• Beautiful Fort Collins, Colorado, with easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, and Rocky Mountain National Park

Whether you're currently working in general practice, emergency, or another specialty service, we'd love to talk with you if you're interested in expanding your skills and becoming part of a supportive team.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 years of experience in a veterinary setting, with familiarity in animal handling, client communication, and basic lab techniques.