Veterinary Assistant Instructor

Anne Arundel Community College; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Veterinary Assistant instructor to shape the next generation of veterinary professionals. This role involves teaching essential skills through engaging lectures and hands-on labs, ensuring students gain practical experience in veterinary assisting. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Vet Tech certification and have a strong background in veterinary medicine, combined with at least five years of teaching experience. Join a diverse and inclusive environment committed to excellence in education, where your contributions will directly impact students' career paths and success in the veterinary field.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Vet Tech certification.
• At least 5 years' experience in veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills needed to become a veterinary assistant.
• Supervise classroom and lab activities, evaluate student performance.
• Coordinate clinical internships.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine Knowledge

Teaching Skills

Student Supervision

Curriculum Development

Laboratory Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Radiograph Equipment

Emergency Medical Equipment

Job description

Position Summary:

• The Veterinary Assistant instructor will teach the skills needed to become a veterinary assistant.
• Classes consist of both lecture and in-person labs, including supervising and assisting students in Vet Assisting.
• Ability to develop, select, evaluate, and modify instructional plans and materials, and present them using techniques that meet all students' needs.
• Supervise classroom and lab activities, evaluate student performance, and have experience teaching in online and face-to-face formats.

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We seek to recruit a broadly diverse team to contribute to the college's excellence and promote equity and understanding among all community members.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. full-time. We do not sponsor employment-based visas. Only residents of Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia are eligible for employment, subject to annual review and potential expansion.

Duties:

• Explain the role and responsibilities of veterinary assistants in various clinical settings.
• Recognize career pathways in veterinary medicine, assist with cover letter and resume writing, and develop job search strategies.
• Explain microscopy, identify parasites, and understand laboratory function tests; identify parts of cells and organ functions in small animals.
• Demonstrate small animal restraint, exam room setup, drug maintenance, and radiograph processing techniques.
• Identify equipment used in IV catheterization, surgical trays, and procedures.
• Properly dispense and administer medications and nutritional foods.
• Perform bathing, grooming, fecal and heartworm exams, urine collection, dental care, and sanitation procedures.
• Label drugs and radiographs correctly, operate radiograph equipment, and position animals for X-rays.
• Set up emergency medical equipment, drugs, and supplies, including crash carts.
• Coordinate clinical internships.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree required.
• Veterinary Technician with at least 5 years' experience.
• Must hold a valid Vet Tech certification.