Veterinarian (DVM) - Instructor

Pima Medical Institute • Part-time • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, United States • 7m ago

Job Title: Veterinary Technician Instructor – DVM
Schedule: This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule of up to 10 hours per week.

Job Summary:
The Veterinary Technician Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and ensuring the effective implementation of the Veterinary Technician program curriculum. This role is essential for providing students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required for success in the field, while maintaining the highest standards of animal care and compliance with all regulatory accreditations (AVMA, USDA).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Medical Care & Compliance:

Serve as the official "Attending Veterinarian" for the program's animals.
Maintain an active DEA license and meticulously manage all controlled substance logs, including inventory and expiration tracking.
Make medical decisions for all program patients, including diagnosing conditions and developing treatment plans.
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests; document findings and communicate abnormalities to partnering rescue organizations.
Ensure all medical records comply with AVMA, USDA, and IACUC standards.
Perform and demonstrate a variety of medical and surgical procedures.

Instruction & Student Development:

Develop lesson plans, deliver engaging lectures, and conduct practical demonstrations in classroom and lab settings.
Mentor students individually to support their academic and skill development.
Monitor and assess student progress through lab competencies, skill-level checkoffs, and academic performance.
Provide additional instruction or support to students as needed to ensure they meet learning objectives.
Maintain an 80% student success rate for all assigned courses.

Program Administration & Coordination:

Participate in Advisory Board and IACUC meetings, providing expert veterinary insight.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student records, including grades, attendance, and transcripts.
Collaborate with the Associate Director of Student Services to address student attendance or performance concerns and improve student retention.
Arrange and coordinate educational enhancements such as guest speakers, field trips, and veterinary clinic tours.
May assist in coordinating student externships and requisitioning program supplies and pharmaceuticals.
Enforce all safety protocols in the classroom, lab, and animal handling environments.

Marginal Functions:

Participate in institutional meetings, open houses, and graduation ceremonies as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support the program and institution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Read, analyze, and comprehend complex professional journals, technical procedures, and regulatory standards.
Exhibit exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Follow instructions delivered in written, oral, or diagram form.
Organize and prioritize tasks effectively.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to organize and file documents.
Ability to demonstrate proper physical techniques for lifting and restraining animals of various sizes.
Ability to operate veterinary and office equipment.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a combination of classroom, laboratory, and office settings.
Exposure to biohazardous materials (e.g., blood, feces, urine) is routine.
Outdoor work in various weather conditions may be required for exposure to large animal enclosures.
This is a part-time role with a flexible schedule of up to 10 hours per week.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from a USDE-accredited institution.
Current and active state licensure to practice veterinary medicine.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a practicing DVM in a clinical, hospital, or shelter environment.
Proficiency in computer applications (e.g., MS Office) and visual presentation tools.

Compensation & Benefits:

Hiring Range: $45.39 - $56.74 per hour
Flexible part-time schedule (up to 10 hours/week)
Colorado Paid Sick Leave
Employee Discount Program

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