Veterinary Assistant Instructor (Substitute)

Pima Medical Institute; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

ESOP participation

Colorado Paid Sick Leave

EAP

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Denver, CO is seeking a Substitute Veterinary Assistant Instructor to cover evening lectures and hands-on labs on an as-needed basis, working on-site at our Denver campus. This role suits veterinary professionals with CVT/RVT or DVM background who want flexible hours and to mentor students while maintaining their day jobs.

As a substitute instructor, you will follow pre-planned curriculum, supervise lab activities, ensure safety standards, and provide feedback during

Qualifications

• Current CVT or RVT in good standing in Colorado.
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program or recognized Veterinary Assistant program; OR 4 years of verified job-related training/experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and LMS familiarity).
• Flexible availability to cover evening shifts on-site at the Denver campus.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Coverage: Fill in for primary instructors during planned absences or unexpected leave to deliver scheduled evening lectures, digital course content, and clinical lab activities.
• Hands-on Mentorship: Lead students through practical clinical lab skills in campus veterinary labs, enforcing safety and sanitation protocols.
• On-Site Facilitation: Assist students with navigating online learning materials and digital coursework during campus shift blocks.
• Student Advisory: Answer student questions, provide live feedback during lab procedures, and offer professional mentorship during coverage hours.
• Documentation & Attendance: Accurately record evening student attendance and log student clinical performance during substitute shifts.

Skills

CVT/RVT license

Computer literacy

Availability for evenings

Education

AVMA-accredited program

4+ years of training/experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

LMS familiarity

Job description

Veterinary Assistant Instructor (Substitute)

Veterinary Assistant Instructor - Substitute (As-Needed / PRN) Location: Denver, CO | Campus: On-Site Type: Part-Time / Substitute (As-Needed) Schedule: On-Call / Variable Evening Shifts (Monday - Friday) Compensation: $23.73 - $29.66 per hour

Veterinary Assistant Instructor - Substitute (As-Needed / PRN)

Location: Denver, CO | Campus: On-Site

Type: Part-Time / Substitute (As-Needed)

Schedule: On-Call / Variable Evening Shifts (Monday - Friday)

Compensation: $23.73 - $29.66 per hour

Position Summary

Are you a CVT, RVT, or DVM looking for a flexible way to pick up extra hours while giving back to the profession? Pima Medical Institute is seeking a Substitute Veterinary Assistant Instructor to cover evening classroom lectures and hands-on lab sessions at our Denver campus on an as-needed basis.

This role is ideal for veterinary professionals who want to share their clinical expertise, mentor future veterinary assistants, and maintain total flexibility without committing to a fixed, weekly schedule. When called in to substitute, you will step seamlessly into pre-planned evening sessions using our established hybrid curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Instructional Coverage: Fill in for primary instructors during planned absences or unexpected leave to deliver scheduled evening lectures, digital course content, and clinical lab activities.

• Hands-on Mentorship: Lead students through practical, hands-on clinical lab skills in our campus veterinary labs, enforcing all safety and sanitation protocols.

• On-Site Facilitation: Assist students with navigating online learning materials and digital coursework during assigned campus shift blocks.

• Student Advisory: Answer student questions, provide live feedback during lab procedures, and offer professional mentorship during coverage hours.

• Documentation & Attendance: Accurately record evening student attendance and log student clinical performance during substitute coverage shifts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure: Current Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing in Colorado.

• Education & Training: Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program or recognized Veterinary Assistant program OR a minimum of four (4) years of verified job-related training and experience.

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of occupational experience in a clinical veterinary setting.

• Technical Skills: Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and LMS familiarity).

• Availability: Flexible availability to cover evening shifts on-site at the Denver campus as campus coverage needs arise.

Compensation & Substitute Benefits

• Hiring Range: $23.73 to $29.66 per hour.

• Ultimate Flexibility: Pick up evening coverage shifts that fit around your full-time day job or clinic schedule.

• Retirement Options: 401(k) Plan eligibility and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation (subject to hours-worked milestones).

• Perks: Colorado Paid Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Employee Discount Programs.