Veterinarian DVM - Veterinary Technician Instructor

Veterinary Technician Instructor - DVM (Full-Time)

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

Type: Full-Time (Standard M-F Schedule)

Compensation: $44.00 $56.75 per hour

Incentives: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus + Relocation Assistance (if applicable)

Standard M-F schedule. No on-call. No weekends.

The Role: Clinical Expertise Meets Education

Are you a DVM in the San Antonio area looking to trade the high-stress environment of 24/7 emergency clinics for a stable, high-impact career in education? As a Veterinary Technician Instructor, you will implement the program curriculum to educate the next generation of veterinary professionals. You will serve as the "Attending Veterinarian" for the campus, providing medical decisions for patients and ensuring the highest standards of care in a learning environment.

Standard M-F schedule. No on-call. No weekends.

Why Choose Pima Medical Institute?

We offer a benefits package designed to support your professional license and your work-life balance:

• Competitive Pay: $44.00 $56.75 per hour.

• Financial Incentives: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus + Relocation Assistance (if applicable).

• Predictable Schedule: Dedicated MondayFriday schedule with no overtime or on-call requirements.

• Pet Care: No-cost personal pet care for your own animals.

• Professional Support: Paid professional dues, DEA licensure, and a generous CE allowance.

• Ownership & Retirement: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and a 401(k) with a 10% Employer Match.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Medical Oversight

• Attending Veterinarian: Provide all medical decisions for patients within the program and attend all IACUC meetings.

• Patient Care: Examine patients for medical necessities, review diagnostic testing, perform medical procedures, and communicate abnormalities to rescues.

• Regulatory & DEA: Maintain the DEA license and controlled substance logs, including monitoring supply levels and expiration dates.

• Compliance: Ensure medical records are complete and in full compliance with AVMA and USDA standards.

• Pharmaceuticals: Assist in the requisition of pharmaceuticals necessary for the program.

Instructional Excellence

• Classroom & Lab: Prepare and deliver lectures, practical demonstrations, and daily lesson plans.

• Competency Tracking: Monitor lab competencies and confirm student skill levels on checklists.

• Success Rates: Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes and implement plans to reduce student withdrawals.

• Administration: Maintain student grades and prepare final grades at the end of each sequence.

• Professional Mentorship: Monitor students in the classroom to ensure safety and professionalism; coordinate guest speakers and community field trips.

Who You Are

• A Master of the Clinic: You can demonstrate the use of standard veterinary equipment, including anesthesia machines, electronic monitors, and surgical tools.

• An Inspiring Educator: You enjoy evaluating student performance and making provisions to meet individual learning needs.

• A Strong Communicator: You possess the verbal and written skills necessary to lead a classroom and coordinate with rescues and staff.

• Physically Capable: You are able to demonstrate the lifting and restraint techniques required of veterinary nurses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited institution with a degree certifying Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).

• Licensure: Must be a Licensed Veterinarian in Texas (or eligible to obtain) and hold all required designations for the field.

• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a DVM in a clinic, hospital, or shelter environment.

• Technical Skills: Basic computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets); experience with visual computer presentations is preferred.

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