Veterinary Technician Trainer
About The Position
The Technician Learning & Development Specialist plans, organizes, and directs the clinical training and professional development of all veterinary technicians and assistants in the hospital. This includes the direction and oversight of all technician continuing education (CE), both live and online through the VetBloom virtual learning environment. The specific area of focus for the technician learning & development specialist will be determined by the hospital leadership and may change over time as hospital needs fluctuate. The TLDS works as an on-the-floor technician while facilitating learning opportunities for fellow technicians and veterinary assistants.
Requirements
- BA/BS preferred but not required
- Registered veterinary technician designation is required, VTS or equivalent experience preferred
- Full-time Schedule will vary and may include days, nights, and weekends
- Proficient in basic, intermediate, and advanced veterinary technical skills
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a veterinary technician preferred
- Strong interpersonal and teaching skills are essential
Nice To Haves
- VTS or equivalent experience preferred
- BA/BS preferred but not required
- Registered veterinary technician designation is required
Responsibilities
- Facilitates Veterinary Assistant and Technician training with a focus on direct hands-on clinical skills and/or by a train the trainer approach
- Works collaboratively and cross-functionally across the different hospital technician teams to develop, organize and deploy Ethos educational initiatives at the local hospital level.
- Plans and presents Veterinary Assistant and Technician in-service training, with the support of the larger Learning and Development Team
- Tracks training modules for all technician levels within the hospital
- Provides input into the technician protocol practical development, standardization and sign off process
- Directly trains Veterinary Assistants and Technicians in all skill levels in accordance with the written protocols
- Working with the Clinical Supervisors and HSM's, facilitates learning and development plans for Veterinary Assistants and Technicians including the effective, timely protocol sign off process and direct training
- Works collaboratively with the local Medicine and Operational, and Regional L&D and Event Management teams on the agenda planning, speaker identification and general support of continuing education events for Ethos technicians and rDVM teams
- Strives to provide an environment conducive to learning and encourage a culture of learning within the hospital and consistent with the Ethos mission, vision and values
Benefits
- Partnership with Purdue VT program/scholarships
- Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually
- VetBloom access: Race-approved continuing education, training, and curriculum library
- Financial support for license applications and renewals, and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of RVT/VTS
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- 75% Employee Pet discount
- Full-time benefits available day 1, and include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniform allowance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
