Instructional Specialist, Anesthesia Focus

The University of Arizona; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition reduction for employee and/or

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine seeks an Instructional Specialist to support Clinical Anesthesia, Surgery, and Surgical Simulation labs. You will provide student-centered instruction and assessment of professional competencies, including safe animal handling, exam skills, venipuncture, IV catheterization, anesthesia planning, induction, maintenance, and recovery.

Responsibilities include supporting surgical patient care, simulation labs, and lab preparation across

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience teaching in academic or clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Supports live animal surgery course through preparing surgical lab sessions and intra/peri-operative care.
• Preps and maintains surgical supplies and equipment for procedures at multiple sites.
• Supports Clinical Skills labs with student and faculty instruction and setup/cleanup.
• Maintains teaching models, spaces, and equipment for instruction and simulation.
• Delivers direct instruction on veterinary anesthesia and surgery skills in simulations.
• Collaborates with faculty on projects and assists with operational logistics and events.

Skills

Anesthesia knowledge

Surgical assistance

Instructional skills

Lab preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Highlights

The College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an Instructional Specialist to support the instruction and delivery of Clinical Anesthesia, Surgery, and Surgical Simulation laboratories. This position also provides instructional and operational support for Clinical Skills, Selectives, and other courses based on curriculum and course offerings each semester. The successful candidate uses a student-centered approach to teach and assess professional competencies, including safe animal handling and restraint, physical examination, venipuncture, intravenous catheterization, in-house diagnostic testing, and anesthetic planning, induction, maintenance, and recovery. The position also supports surgical patient care, including diagnostics, anesthesia administration and monitoring, surgical assistance, and postoperative care and recovery.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supports live animal surgery course through preparing surgical lab sessions, providing intra/peri-operative surgical patient care including induction, maintenance and recovery from anesthesia, and supporting veterinary student learning through direct instruction of anesthetic skills and concepts.
• Prepares and assembles surgical supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures at multiple surgical sites. Performs scheduled maintenance of equipment at appropriate intervals.
• Supports Clinical Skills course in preparations/breakdown of labs, providing student and faculty support during lab including direct instruction of students.
• Maintains teaching models, learning spaces and equipment.
• Provides direct instruction of veterinary anesthesia and surgery related skills in simulation scenarios and skills labs.
• Prepares supplies and equipment for simulation labs.
• Constructs, maintains and repairs simulation technology and equipment.
• Provides additional student support through office hours, collaborations and direct instruction.
• Collaborates with faculty on projects and initiatives.
• Assists with other operational logistics within the college including events, tours and daily operations.
• Participates in team meetings, trainings and continuing education events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Veterinary anesthetic knowledge with ability to recognize and respond to abnormal patient physiological parameters under anesthesia.
• Patience with ability to stay calm under pressure and help guide students during high stakes situations.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations.
• Team-oriented.
• Attention to fine-detail.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Demands

• Ability to lift, move, and transport items as required for laboratory and instructional activities.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform duties in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work in extreme heat for extended periods.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, such as teaching experience, either at an academic teaching hospital or in clinical practice, overseeing pre-vet shadows, externs, interns, or residents, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) certification or equivalent.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification.
• Fear Free certification.

Job Details

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Instructional and Assessment Services

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $20.33 - $25.41

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 5

Compensation Guidance: The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level: OC3

Job Family: Instructional Design & Support

Job Function: Instruct & Assessment Services

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates: Jacquelyn Edie | [e-mail]

Open Date: 10/20/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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