Surgical Coordinator - Veterinary Technician

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

60d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting student learning, patient care, and surgical service operations within the Primary Care service. This position is responsible for overseeing and providing instruction in aseptic and sterile techniques, surgical preparation, and patient handling. The role also assists in coordinating daily surgical procedures, ensures proper check-in and EMR record management, and supports accurate charge capture and documentation. Under DVM supervision, they help train veterinary students in performing spay/neuter surgeries and other routine procedures, including the use of advanced surgical equipment such as electrocautery, vessel sealing devices, and laparoscopy. This role contributes to a positive learning environment, helps ensure patient safety and procedural efficiency, and plays a critical part in aligning surgical services with the college's educational mission.

Requirements

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Certification or equivalent credential (CVT, LVT, etc.) recognized by the state of employment.
Minimum of 3 years of veterinary surgical experience in a small animal setting, including direct involvement with sterile technique, patient handling, and surgical preparation.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience mentoring or instructing in surgical technique, preparation, or equipment use.
Working knowledge of surgical equipment including electrocautery and laparoscopic equipment.
Credentialed Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) or actively working toward VTS certification.
Prior experience working directly with shelter/rescue organizations

Responsibilities

Overseeing and providing instruction in aseptic and sterile techniques
Surgical preparation
Patient handling
Assisting in coordinating daily surgical procedures
Ensuring proper check-in and EMR record management
Supporting accurate charge capture and documentation
Training veterinary students in performing spay/neuter surgeries and other routine procedures, including the use of advanced surgical equipment such as electrocautery, vessel sealing devices, and laparoscopy

Benefits

Paid time off at 192 hours/year (accrued at 16 hours per month), 120 hours sick leave/year, and 11 paid holidays annually pro-rated by full-time equivalent (FTE)
Comprehensive benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and more
20% Employee Pet VTH Discount!
Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your overall well-being
FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program
Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members
FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU training and development opportunities.
After-school programs and summer camps for kids
Community Discounts
FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification