Veterinary Assistant Instructor (Substitute)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Colorado Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Programs

401(k) Plan eligibility and ESOP (hour

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Denver, CO seeks a Substitute Veterinary Assistant Instructor to cover evening lectures and hands-on lab sessions on an as-needed basis.

Ideal candidates are CVT, RVT, or DVM with flexible on-call availability to maintain curriculum via our hybrid format. This on-site role supports students and mentors future veterinary assistants in a dynamic campus setting.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current CVT or RVT in good standing in Colorado.
• AVMA-accredited Vet Tech program or recognized Vet Assistant program or 4 years of verified training/experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of occupational veterinary clinical experience.
• Basic computer proficiency with MS Office, Google Workspace, and LMS familiarity.
• Flexible availability to cover evening shifts on-site at the Denver campus.

Responsibilities

• Instructional coverage: deliver scheduled evening lectures and lab activities.
• Hands-on mentorship: guide students through clinical lab skills following safety protocols.
• On-site facilitation: assist with online materials and digital coursework during shifts.
• Student advisory: answer questions and provide mentorship during coverage hours.
• Documentation & attendance: log attendance and student performance during substitutions.

Education

CVT or RVT credential in CO

AVMA‑accredited Vet Technician program or Vet Assistant program OR 4 years of experience

3 years clinical veterinary experience

Basic computer proficiency (MS Office, Google Workspace, LMS)

Evening shift availability on-site

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

LMS familiarity

Job description

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.