Veterinary Technician Clinical Director (Full-Time)

Veterinary Technician Clinical Director (Full-Time)

Shape the future of veterinary medicine in the East Valley! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician Clinical Director to lead the clinical education component of our Veterinary Technician Program at our East Valley campus in Mesa, AZ.

In this pivotal academic leadership role, you will bridge classroom theory with hands-on clinical practice. You will secure and maintain clinical affiliation partnerships, coordinate student rotations, evaluate clinical competencies, and mentor adult learners to ensure high student success and graduation outcomes.

Location: Mesa, AZ (East Valley Campus), 2160 S. Power Road Mesa, AZ 85209

Type: Full-Time | Salaried Exempt

Department: Veterinary Technology

Compensation: $70,935 $88,670 per year

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Affiliations & Site Management:

• Partner Development: Secure new clinical rotation sites and negotiate contractual agreements. Ensure all clinical contracts remain current, accurate, and aligned with program accreditation needs.
• Site Relations & Visits: Conduct site visits across clinical affiliates to evaluate student performance, review learning progress, and collaborate with site preceptors/instructors.
• Student Placement: Coordinate student scheduling and site placements to ensure a comprehensive, effective clinical education experience.

Instruction & Academic Leadership:

• Curriculum & Didactic Delivery: Coordinate both clinical and didactic education for the Veterinary Technician Program. Perform instructor duties in the classroom and lab as needed.
• Competency Assessment: Develop clinical learning objectives, monitor student skill evaluations, and maintain accurate grade books in accordance with institutional policy.
• Student Retention & Mentorship: Maintain an 80%+ student success rate by tracking progress, meeting with students to provide academic guidance, and implementing retention plans to minimize withdrawals.

Departmental Administration & Compliance:

• Continuous Improvement: Revise clinical education plans and recommend curriculum enhancements to the Program Director.
• Admissions & Compliance: Assist the Program Director with interviewing and screening student applicants. Enforce all safety guidelines, biohazard handling protocols, and professional standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by the USDE or CHEA. (Baccalaureate degree preferred).
• Licensure/Credential: Active, current credential as a Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT) or Licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) in good standing.
• Field Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of occupational (practical) experience within the veterinary field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic computer applications.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership, administrative, or supervisory experience in a veterinary clinical or educational setting.

Compensation & Employee-Owner Benefits

• Compensation: $70,935 to $88,670 annual salary.
• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)become a stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.
• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with employer matching options.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, plus a Health & Wellness Program and EAP.
• Time Off & Growth: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.

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