Registered Veterinary Technician Cardiology Service

Build Your Career in Veterinary Cardiology - no prior specialty experience needed. We provide full training, strong mentorship, and exceptional benefits! The CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Cardiology Service, where high‑level nursing care meets cutting‑edge diagnostics, interventional procedures, and hands‑on teaching. This is a unique opportunity to build advanced skills in veterinary cardiology, diagnostics, and interventional support within a leading academic teaching hospital.

You do not need prior cardiology experience to be successful in this role. If you bring strong foundational RVT skills, curiosity, and a willingness to learn, we will provide the training and mentorship needed to grow you into a confident cardiology technician.

In this role, you will be a key part of the cardiology and interventional team, contributing directly to patient outcomes, teaching, and service operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering advanced nursing care for cardiology patients, including ECGs, blood pressure monitoring, and Holter/Zio monitor placement
• Supporting cardiology diagnostics and procedure coordination, ensuring smooth patient flow and timely communication
• Assisting in the Interventional Radiology suite, including sterile field preparation, anesthesia support, and intra‑procedural circulating
• Operating and maintaining specialized imaging and cardiology equipment with a focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency
• Maintaining organized, clean, and well‑stocked clinical spaces while upholding aseptic standards
• Teaching and mentoring veterinary students and veterinary technician students in cardiology, IR procedures, and patient handling
• Communicating professionally with clients and referring veterinarians regarding scheduling, updates, and discharge instructions
• Contributing to a team environment where flexibility, initiative, and clinical excellence are valued daily

• Exposure to advanced cardiology diagnostics and interventional procedures
• Direct involvement in a teaching hospital environment shaping future veterinarians
• Collaboration with specialists, residents, and rotating students
• Opportunities to grow skills in ECG interpretation support, anesthesia assistance, and specialty imaging workflows
• A high‑impact role where your technical expertise directly supports both patient care and education

We invest in our technicians. In this role, you will receive structured, hands‑on training in:

• Cardiology diagnostics and monitoring techniques
• Specialty patient handling and workflow
• Interventional Radiology support and sterile technique
• Anesthesia support roles within procedures
• Equipment use and troubleshooting
• You will be supported by experienced cardiology faculty, residents, and licensed veterinary technicians who are committed to teaching and professional development.

We are not requiring cardiology experience. We are looking for strong foundation skills and the right mindset.

• Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification recognized in Colorado
• 2+ years of veterinary clinical experience
• Strong skills in animal handling, patient care, and client communication