Veterinary Assistant Instructor| Part-Time | Day and Evening Classes

You became a vet tech to make a difference in the lives of animals. Now, imagine multiplying that impact. Guide aspiring animal lovers and discover a career as rewarding as the one you have now. 

Teach and train the next generation of Veterinary Assistants!

Monday - Friday | 8 am to 12 pm

Tues and Thurs | 6 pm to 10 pm

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials for sequences and courses.
• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and the established curriculum.
• Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.  
• Monitor lab competencies and confirm skill levels on checklists.
• Monitor students' attendance in the program and coordinate with the Program Director and Associate Director of Student Services when absences occur two days in a row or exceed four days in one sequence.
• Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.
• Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
• Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in the curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Maintain student grades by established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each sequence to update student records and transcripts.
• Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to clinics and hospitals.
• May assist in externship visitation and performance observation for Veterinary Nursing students. 
• Monitor students in the classroom and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.
• The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree from an AVMA CVTEA accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience within the veterinary field.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT).
• Must hold a current license, certification, or other designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the veterinary field. 
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

• Hiring Range - $24.81 to $34.00
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Program

Learn more about our Veterinary Assistant Program!

Pima Medical Institute, founded in Tucson, Ariz. In 1972, is one of the premier career colleges in the western United States and is the largest private, family-owned, accredited school in the country. We are dedicated to training students exclusively for careers in allied health care fields. At Pima Medical Institute, students receive a well-rounded education that offers theoretical classroom studies coupled with real world training on-site at well-respected medical facilities in the communities we serve. We have served the San Diego community on the Chula Vista campus since 1998. In Chula Vista we offer medical training in both certificate and associate degree programs. Pima Medical Institute operates a total of 13 campuses in seven western states, with locations in Albuquerque, New Mexico; Tucson and Mesa, Arizona; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colorado; Seattle and Renton, Washington; Las Vegas, Nevada; Houston, Texas; and Chula Vista, California. For more information and a complete list of programs offered at each of our campuses, visit pmi.edu. Pima Medical Institute offers financial aid to those who qualify and provides lifetime job placement assistance to all graduates.