Veterinarian (DVM) - Veterinary Technician Instructor (Part-Time)

Veterinary (DVM) - Veterinary Technician Instructor (Part-Time)

Location: San Antonio, TX | Campus: On-Site

Type: Part-Time

Compensation: $44.00 - $56.75 per hour

The Role: Clinical Expertise Meets Education

Are you a DVM in the San Antonio area looking for a flexible way to give back to the profession? As a Part-Time Veterinary Technician Instructor, you will implement the program curriculum to educate and inspire the next generation of veterinary professionals. You will also serve as the "Attending Veterinarian" for the campus, providing high-level medical decisions for patients and ensuring the highest standards of care in a learning environment.

Why Choose Pima Medical Institute?

We offer a unique, low-stress environment where you can stay clinically active while developing your skills as an educator:

• Competitive Pay: $44.00 - $56.75 per hour.
• Professional Support: Paid professional dues, DEA licensure support, and a CE allowance.
• Work-Life Balance: A predictable, part-time schedule that fits your current clinical or personal commitments. No emergency shifts or late-night on-call hours.
• Ownership & Retirement: Eligible for our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and a 401(k) with an exceptional 10% Employer Match (subject to hours-worked requirements).
• Impact: Direct influence on the quality of veterinary nursing and care in the San Antonio community.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Medical Oversight

• Attending Veterinarian: Act as the "Attending Veterinarian" for the program and actively participate in all IACUC meetings.
• Patient Care: Examine patients for medical necessities, review diagnostic testing, and communicate abnormalities to partner rescues.
• Medical Authority: Provide all final medical decisions for patients and perform necessary medical procedures within the program.
• Compliance & DEA: Maintain the campus DEA license and controlled substance logs, strictly monitoring supply levels and expiration dates.
• Regulatory Standards: Ensure all medical records are complete and in full compliance with AVMA and USDA standards.

Instructional Excellence

• Classroom & Lab: Prepare and deliver engaging lectures, practical demonstrations, and daily lesson plans.
• Competency Tracking: Monitor hands-on lab competencies and confirm student skill levels on certification checklists.
• Student Success: Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes and implement retention plans to support struggling students.
• Administration: Maintain accurate student grades and prepare final evaluations at the end of each course sequence.

Who You Are

• A Master of the Clinic: You can confidently demonstrate and teach the use of standard veterinary equipment, including anesthesia machines, patient monitors, and surgical tools.
• An Inspiring Educator: You enjoy evaluating student achievement and adapting your teaching style to meet individual adult learning needs.
• A Strong Communicator: You possess the verbal and written skills necessary to lead a classroom and coordinate effectively with campus staff.
• Physically Capable: You are able to safely demonstrate the lifting and restraint techniques required of professional veterinary nurses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an AVMA-accredited institution with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• Licensure: Must hold an active, unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas (or be eligible to obtain one prior to start).
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a DVM in a clinic, hospital, or shelter environment.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer literacy, including experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and educational software.

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