University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Office of Laboratory Animal Resources

Job Title: Veterinary Technician I or Veterinary Technician Assistant (Open Rank)

Position #: 00002486 - Requisition #: 34057

Job Summary:

This full-time, university staff (unclassified) Veterinary Technician I position will provide support for the research animal health care program.

Key Responsibilities for both positions:

• Perform initial evaluations on reported sick and injured animals and work with the investigator and veterinarian on diagnostics and treatments.
• Assist with surgical procedures and post-operative care
• Perform physical exams on a variety of species
• Create, maintain and monitor animal medical records
• Provide technical services and assistance in anesthesia, organ, blood and tissue collection
• Perform animal euthanasia
• Perform diagnostic laboratory evaluations and tests in the areas of hematology, parasitology, serology, microbiology, cytology, and clinical pathology collect postmortem tissues for evaluation
• Perform sample collection and ship to various diagnostic laboratories
• Create diagnostic reports, records and billing for diagnostic services
• Monitor inventories of clinical, surgical and diagnostic supplies and equipment, along with performing audits of controlled and non-controlled substances
• Schedule rooms and reserve medical procedure equipment
• Monitor and maintain assigned support room
• Perform other duties as assigned

Key Additional Responsibilities for Vet Tech I

• Serve as a primary veterinary technician for supporting large lab animal surgeries and anesthesia
• Independently monitor and maintain anesthesia for large lab animals

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

CU Denver | Anschutz is an AAALAC-accredited, OLAW assured institution that provides veterinary care for a wide variety of species and areas of research. The veterinary technician will join a strong team of veterinarians and veterinary technicians who work closely together to support cutting edge research to improve human and animal health. We pride ourselves on also providing optimal animal care. We value mentorship while supporting and facilitating independent growth and personnel well-being.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Veterinary Technician I:

• An associate's degree from an accredited college or university in veterinary/animal health technology.
• One year of experience caring for, feeding, or providing health care for animals in a veterinary laboratory, breeding, or boarding facility.
• Veterinary technician license or provisional registration with Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA).
  • Veterinary technician students, new graduates, or others who intend to acquire licensure in the 1st year of employment are eligible as well. If unlicensed, the applicant will be brought in as a veterinarian technician assistant and moved to a veterinary technician I when licensure is acquired.
    • Substitution: To substitute the associate's degree and veterinary technician license requirements, there are two provisional registration pathways through DORA.
  • At least 6500 hours of work experience performing the duties of a veterinary technician in the 7 years prior to the application submission date
  • Pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE)
    • If you have already passed the VTNE, your credential will be approved with your work experience.
    • If you haven't passed the VTNE yet, you will have an 18-month window after the submission/approval of your work experience to successfully pass the test and secure your credential.

OR

• • At least 9000 hours of work experience performing the duties of a veterinary technician in the 7 years before the application submission date

Veterinary Technician Assistant:

• One year experience in animal health or veterinary health field

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current certification with the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
• Experience performing initial evaluations and physicals on large animals.
• Experience working in an animal research facility.
• Experience creating electronic spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel and managing electronic veterinary records
• Experience ordering, tracking and maintaining biomedical research equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written form which includes the ability to check for typographical, grammatical and spelling errors.
• Planning and organization skills.
• Physical ability

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Maria Montero, maria.montero@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by July 10, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:

Veterinary Technician I: $42,000 - $48,100

Veterinary Technician Assistant: $40,908 - $44,800

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.