Veterinarian (DVM) - Instructor |Full-time or Part-Time

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings • Seattle, WA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced and compassionate Veterinarian (DVM) to join their team as an Instructor. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend clinical expertise with teaching abilities, shaping the next generation of veterinary technicians. The position involves both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical engagement, ensuring students gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge while upholding high standards of animal care and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to read, analyze, and comprehend complex professional journals, technical procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions delivered in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the official "Attending Veterinarian" for the program's animals.
• Maintain an active DEA license and 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Participate in institutional meetings, open houses, and graduation ceremonies as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the program and institution.

Benefits

• Fulfilling career with great work/life balance (standard M-F business hours, no overtime!)
• Professional dues & CE allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Excellent Benefit
• ESOP stock accrual (Employee-Owned)
• 401(k)
• No-cost personal pet care
• Health, dental, vision, disability, & and life insurance
• PTO & holiday pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree