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Equine Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Locum

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 3/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026

Job Description

Position Summary

Equine Critical Care Service at Colorado State University is seeking veterinary locum coverage for our Equine Critical Care Service at our Johnson Family Equine Hospital.
Successful candidates will supervise the clinical service, consisting of residents, house officers, and students. The service has 1 dedicated technician and is supported by anesthesia, ECC, Imaging, and other ancillary services.

Full Consideration Date

Opened until filled.

Signing Bonus

N/A

Brief Work Unit Description

The Colorado State University ( CSU ) Veterinary Teaching Hospital provides 24/7 professional veterinary care to the public, communication with referring veterinarians and education to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Students. The mission of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital is to educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every day. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital also strives to meet the goals of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the University through service, outreach and education of professional veterinary medical students, residents and interns.

Essential Job Duties (5 maximum)

  • Clinical effort to the VTH to include active instruction to junior and senior Veterinary Medical students and participate in the clinical training of interns and residents rotating through the Equine Critical Care service.

  • Provide clinical supervision to the VTH to include participation in
    the Equine Critical Care services and backup support for residents, house officers, and students.

Conditions of Employment

  • 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.

  • An Academic Veterinary License from CO DORA will be required to practice in this role.

Supervision

Clinical supervision to the VTH to include participation in
the Equine Critical Care services and backup support for residents, house officers, and students.

Minimum Qualifications

  • DVM or equivalent veterinary professional degree.

  • 3-5 years relevant work experience in higher education, professional development, or healthcare setting

  • An Academic Veterinary License from CO DORA will be required to practice in this role.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience instructing veterinary students, interns, and residents in the diagnosis and management of Equine Critical Care cases in the clinical setting.

Salary Range

$125 - $188 per hour

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.

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.


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.

Salary : $125 - $188

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