Veterinary Technician I - Blood Bank at Colorado State University — Fort Collins, CO

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Blood Bank Veterinary Technician supports the daily operations of the Blood Bank through donor scheduling, client communication, inventory management, record maintenance, and operational coordination. This position helps ensure the availability of blood products by supporting donor recruitment and retention efforts, maintaining accurate records, assisting with blood bank workflows, and providing administrative support. The role works collaboratively with faculty, veterinary technicians, and hospital staff to promote efficient operations and high-quality patient care.

Full Consideration Date: Monday, July 27, 2026, 11:59pm (MT). This position will remain open until filled.

Description of 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.

Essential Job Duties:

• Coordinate blood donor appointments, client communication, and donor follow-up activities to support donor recruitment, retention, and program operations.
• Perform patient handling, restraint, donor preparation, and blood collection procedures in accordance with established protocols and under appropriate supervision.
• Assist with blood product processing, labeling, storage, inventory management, and quality control activities to maintain a safe and reliable blood supply.
• Maintain accurate medical records, donor databases, and operational documentation while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Support daily Blood Bank operations through equipment maintenance, supply management, workflow coordination, and collaboration with hospital services.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet service, hospital, and patient care needs.

Supervision:

No formal supervisory duties

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
• Essential Services Designation: Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare

Minimum Education:

• Associate degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA-accredited program or equivalent education and training required for veterinary technician credentialing in Colorado.

Minimum Experience:

• Registered as a Veterinary Technician (RVT) through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) by the time of hire.
• Credentialed in the State of Colorado or other eligible state determined by CACVT.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in a veterinary clinical, specialty, emergency, teaching hospital, or blood bank setting.
• Experience with blood collection, blood product handling, laboratory sample processing, or donor program activities.
• Experience with inventory management, scheduling, medical records, or client communication.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment.
• Familiarity with veterinary hospital software and electronic medical record systems.
• Experience training or mentoring students, volunteers, or new staff.

Application Instructions:

This position will remain open until filled. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter that addresses how professional experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications, and a current resume. References will be requested from finalists and will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is committed to the full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you need assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the VHS HR staff at vhs_hr@colostate.edu.

Salary Range

$45,000 - $52,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, License, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.