Instructor - VM710: Foundations, Bandaging Lab

Job Description

Position Summary

The VM710 Foundations Bandaging Lab Instructor provides instruction to second-year DVM students in VM710: Foundations, a required course in Colorado State University's Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.

In collaboration with a DVM instructor, this role helps students develop practical skills in canine restraint and positioning, wound care, and the application and removal of soft-padded bandages.

Full Consideration Date:

September 8, 2026

Essential Duties:

• Lead instructional activities for the VM710: Foundations Bandaging Lab.

• Observe and support students as they participate in hands-on laboratory exercises.

• Demonstrate and explain safe, effective animal restraint and positioning techniques.

• Educate students on proper wound care.

• Demonstrate appropriate techniques for the application and removal of soft-padded bandages.

• Educate students on the implications of improper bandaging.

• Assess students' technical skills and performance following demonstrations and practice.

• Offer constructive feedback to reinforce learning and promote competency.

Supervision

• No formal supervisory duties

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).

Minimum Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching, mentoring, or clinical instruction.

• Demonstrated knowledge of veterinary wound management and bandaging techniques

• Experience working with veterinary students or teaching in a clinical teaching setting.

Salary Range

$22.00 - $28.00/hr

Required Application Documents

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Cover Letter, Resume/CV

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EEO

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