Position Information

Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week0-40

Overtime Eligible?Yes

Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No

Description of Work Unit

At the VTH , we exist to educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every day. The Orthopedic Medicine & Mobility Department’s mission is to provide clients with prevention, diagnostics, and non-surgical treatment options for their pets. We aim to improve quality of life for companion animals of all ages by restoring mobility, alleviating pain, and improving fitness. The Mobility/Physical Therapy section of this department provides clinical evaluations, treatments, and home plan for patients ranging from critical care inpatients to elite canine athletes while providing clinical education to students, interns, and residents.

Search Contact Emaillaura.southworth@colostate.edu

Position Summary

The CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital Physical Therapy Department is seeking an organized and detail-oriented assistant to help the team starting at twenty hours per week. Duties include printing treatment plans, preparing treatment areas including setting up and cleaning, stocking materials and supplies, posting veterinary student physical therapy clinical rotation information, and preparing the treatment board at the end of each week. This position will also assist with treatment modalities and underwater treadmill. Task responsibilities may increase if the completion of these basic tasks is exceptional. This position is for a candidate who is highly motivated, detail-oriented and is interested in animal physical therapy or veterinary medicine. Veterinary technicians are encouraged to apply.

Position Minimum Qualifications

One year of administrative experience

Preferred Qualifications

Veterinary Assistant or Registered Veterinary Technician experience preferred.

Posting Details

Working TitleAnimal Physical Therapy Assistant

Posting Number202400640T

DepartmentVeterinary Teaching Hospital

Salary Range$14.42

Employee Benefits

Visit CSU ’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit areas:https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/02/benefits-summary-hourly.pdf

Close Date10/07/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please send application materials to Laura Southworth at Laura. Southworth@colostate.edu. References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.

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. 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 Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.

Diversity Statement

Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through research, teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals and activities.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryStocking Supplies

Duty/Responsibility

To keep our day operating smoothly, it is important supplies including blankets, towels, treats, vet wrap, and other needed materials are in the proper locations. The assistant ensures this is done at the start of each day.

Percentage Of Time15

Job Duty CategoryPreparing for Inpatients

Duty/Responsibility

Rehab sees 3-7 inpatients a day. Using the electronic medical record, assistant identifies inpatient orders, enters charges for the day, and starts medical documents by entering treatments and creating home plans based on templates.

Percentage Of Time15

Job Duty CategoryPreparing for Outpatients

Duty/Responsibility

Each day, the physical therapy department sees approximately 12 outpatients. To optimize efficiency, the treatment plans for each patient are printed before the patients arrive by the assistant. Modalities carts are cleaned and stocked, and treatment areas are set up by the assistant.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryWhiteboard

Duty/Responsibility

Communication between staff is important to an efficient and therapeutic day for the patients and staff. The whiteboard details the location of each staff member, along with the patients they are seeing. At the end of each week, the assistant will complete the whiteboard for the following week.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryBalancing UWT Chemicals

Duty/Responsibility

For patient safety, chemical levels in the underwater treadmill need to be balanced daily. Water chemical levels are checked in the morning by the assistant, and then adjusted as needed. The treadmill also needs to be drained and refilled, and filters cleaned on a regular basis.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryAssist with Treatments including UWT

Duty/Responsibility

The assistant may be asked to assist the physical therapist and technicians with treatments. This may include modalities including laser, ultrasound and TENS , along with manual therapy techniques. The assistant may also assist with therapeutic exercises and underwater treadmill.

Percentage Of Time25

Job Duty CategoryClient Communication

Duty/Responsibility

Most client communications are completed by the physical therapist and rehabilitation technicians. The physical therapy assistant will also play a role in talking to clients about their pets, the treatments they are receiving, and demonstrating home exercise plans.

Percentage Of Time10

References

Minimum References Required3

Maximum References Required3

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• List of Professional References

Optional Documents