Veterinary Assistant (LVT) - Lab Assistant | Part-Time

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Share your skills and expertise to teach Veterinary Assistant students in a lab setting! This role involves coordinating with program faculty, implementing lab scenarios, and providing guidance to students. The Veterinary Assistant will also maintain student records, ensure familiarity with program objectives and clinical skills, and assist with administrative tasks related to student performance and course materials.

Requirements

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.
Licensed doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) or a credentialed veterinary technician (CVT).
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.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with program faculty to develop and implement Lab scenarios.
Schedule and meet regularly with students.
Schedule and meet regularly with the Didactic Instructor of the specialty area.
Implement and communicate feedback to Didactic Instructor, Clinical Director, and Program Director regarding individual student learning and needs.
Maintain all records on student performance, testing, progression, and written assignments in conjunction with the course instructor and keep files confidential.
Demonstrate and maintain familiarity with program and course objectives.
Maintain familiarity with all clinical skills, equipment, and operation.
Participate in faculty in services and professional organizations.
Advise students regarding academic performance.
Assist in grading student homework and quizzes based on instructor keys.
Assist the instructor at the end of each module and ensure all check-off sheets are complete, signed, and turned into Administration on time.
Check supplies and prepare requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant.
May assist with preparing and copying materials for class.