Instructional Assistant - Veterinary Technology Program (Temporary Position)

Ventura County Community College District; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Ventura County Community College District seeks a Veterinary Assistant to support the implementation of the Veterinary Technology program. Responsibilities include assisting students and instructors, demonstrating proper animal care, and maintaining laboratory safety standards.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and experience as a Veterinary Assistant. This position does not provide benefits and is at-will. It may close at any time.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of high school or equivalent and two years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.
• Or completion of a Veterinary Assistant program and one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in small groups to reinforce instructions.
• Help demonstrate proper care and handling of animals.
• Setup and clean instruments used in class presentations.
• Demonstrate the use of various veterinary tools and equipment.
• Ensure safety policies in the veterinary technology lab.

Skills

Veterinary assistance

Animal handling

Team collaboration

Use of veterinary tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of Veterinary Assistant program

Tools

Radiology machines

Anesthesia machines

Patient monitors

Surgical instruments

Job description

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor, assist instructors and Instructional Lab Technicians in the implementation of the Veterinary Technology program.

• Assist students individually or in small groups to reinforce or follow up on instructions.
• Assist instructors and staff in the demonstration of proper care and handling of animals.
• Assist instructors and staff in the preparation, set‑up, and clean‑up of specialized instruments, equipment, and materials used for class presentations, teaching demonstrations, student projects, and practical assignments.
• Under the guidance of an instructor, demonstrate the operation, use, and care of a variety of tools and equipment, including radiology machines, anesthesia machines, blood machines, large and small animal handling and restraint equipment, patient monitors, various supplies, needles, and syringes, autoclave, surgical instruments, ultrasound, and ultrasound cleaner.
• Participate in ensuring that the safety and security policies and rules of the veterinary technology laboratory courses are observed.
• Meet with instructors and/or staff to plan learning activities for the veterinary technology laboratory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

E = Essential duties

Qualifications

Successful completion of high school or other educational equivalent AND two years of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.

OR

Successful completion of a Veterinary Assistant program AND one year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant.

Accommodations

Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Ventura County Community College District Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Applicants needing such accommodation should document this request in an email to [e-mail] including an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

Degree Information

If a degree or coursework is used to meet minimum qualifications, an official copy of transcripts will be required upon hire. If you have a foreign degree and the institution from which your degree was granted is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, foreign transcript evaluation is required if the foreign degree or coursework is used to meet minimum qualifications. The foreign transcript evaluation must be included with your application materials.

Other Information

Employees hired in this capacity are at-will and do not accrue property interest in the assignment and are not eligible for benefits. This recruitment may close at any time.

EEO Statement

The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and/or physical or mental disability.