Veterinary Assistant (PT, Non Credit)

Salary: $35.00 - $65.00 Hourly
Location : West Windsor and Trenton, NJ
Job Type: Non-Credit
Job Number: 202600021
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Math, Science & Health Professionals
Opening Date: 04/21/2026


JOB SUMMARY AND DUTIES
If you're exploring new career opportunities or seeking a dynamic and supportive work environment, consider Mercer County Community College (MCCC). As a publicly supported institution committed to open access and student success, MCCC strives to attract, retain, and support a highly skilled and diverse workforce-our most valuable asset.
At Mercer, campus culture and belonging are celebrated, and our sense of community is deeply rooted in both our mission and daily practices. With two distinct campuses-the James Kerney Campus in the heart of Trenton and our expansive 292-acre West Windsor Campus just six miles away-MCCC offers the benefits of a robust institution with the close-knit feel of a true community.
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive culture, employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes credit course tuition waivers for themselves, their spouses, and dependents-making higher education more accessible for the whole family. With 69 degree programs and 35 credit certificate options, there are countless ways to grow with us-both personally and professionally.
JOB DUTIES

• Deliver classroom and/or lab-based instruction in veterinary assisting topics (e.g., animal handling, clinical procedures, medical terminology, sanitation, and safety protocols)
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and industry expectations
• Demonstrate proper veterinary techniques, including restraint, exam room prep, and basic clinical support skills
• Facilitate hands-on learning experiences in lab or simulated clinical environments
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and sanitation of lab equipment and instructional materials
• Enforce safety protocols, including OSHA standards and proper animal handling procedures
• Supervise students in lab settings to ensure safe and ethical treatment of animals

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

• Evaluate student performance through written, practical, and competency-based assessments; provide timely and constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and progress in accordance with institutional and program policies.
• Support student success through mentoring, tutoring, and advising as needed.
• Stay current with industry trends, certification requirements, and regulatory changes within the assigned healthcare discipline.
• Participate in instructor meetings, training sessions, and program review activities as required.
• Integrate current veterinary practices and standards into instruction to ensure workforce readiness

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to perform physical work with patients and students in a clinical setting including the ability to lift 50 pounds
• Willingness to work on a flexible schedule to meet educational requirements.
• Please note that assigned tasks and responsibilities span both campuses for all MCCC positions.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: ability to use a key board, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards, animal welfare regulations, and infection control practices
• At least (1) one year of experience teaching Veterinary Assistant courses.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of students, adapting teaching methods as needed.
• Proficiency in technology and ability to use virtual learning platforms if necessary.
• Enthusiastic about contributing to a learning-centered and student-focused environment.
• Familiarity with student assessment tools and methods.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems promptly.
• Willingness and desire to provide a superior experience to our students
• Ability to maintain a safe and controlled environment when working with animals

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Two (2) years of experience teaching Veterinary Assistant courses.
• Prior experience in educational program development, instructional design, and learning management systems

CORE COMPETENCIES


To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

Adaptability : Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.

Customer Focus : Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.

Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Belonging: Working with situations involving different cultures/languages and responding to the ambiguity of unexpected/unfamiliar approaches.

Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Culture and Belonging: Working with situations involving different cultures/languages and responding to the ambiguity of unexpected/unfamiliar approaches.

Student Focus: Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.

Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.

Formal Presentation: Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups when given time to prepare; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Mercer County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services. Mercer County Community College is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.
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