Associate Veterinarian – Fort Collins, Co
Schedule
Full-time position, 4/10’s, weekend availability required (every Saturday, some Sunday). General Practice from 8am-6pm and Urgent Care is 10am-8pm, 7 days a week. Some Holiday coverage is required.
Location
4900 S College Ave Suite 120, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Compensation
The pay range for this position is $18 – $21 / hour. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.
What You’ll Do
- Follow digital treatment plans prescribed by DVM
- Obtain quality lab samples via venipuncture, cystocentesis, fecal collection, etc.
- Perform in-hospital laboratory diagnostics including fecals, urinalysis, cytology, etc.
- Process lab samples utilizing in-hospital laboratory equipment
- Use low-stress patient-handling techniques
- Perform diagnostic radiographs (hands-free as allowed)
- Administer injections, medications, and veterinary care as directed by a veterinarian
- Calculate and administer sedation for minor procedures
- Administer and monitor general anesthesia, if required
- Maintain accurate, complete digital medical records
- Fill prescriptions
- Maintain a clean work environment including following any infectious disease protocols, handling medical/biomedical, and infectious waste appropriately
Qualifications
- Required: minimum 3 years of veterinary experience in a general practice or emergency setting
- Preferred: a current veterinary technician license in the state of Colorado or be eligible to transfer/obtain a license in Colorado.
- Ability to operate with a sense of urgency and high pace
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Willingness to jump in as needed
- Able to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Comfortable asking for help and clarification when needed
- Possess high attention to detail
