Veterinary Assistant Training Specialist

Upstate Veterinary Specialties; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & benefits

Education initiatives

Continuing education

Cross-training opportunities

Collaborative leadership team

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Upstate Veterinary Specialties in Latham, NY is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant Training Specialist to develop, train, and mentor Veterinary Assistants across the hospital while collaborating with leadership to create engaging educational programs that promote excellence in patient care.

You will lead the leveling program, provide hands-on instruction, observe workflows, and create SOPs, training guides, and digital learning materials for VetBloom and other platforms, helping staff

Qualifications

• Experience mentoring, training, or coaching others preferred.
• RECOVER Rescuer Certification preferred.
• Fear Free Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor new Veterinary Assistants while supporting progression through UVS's leveling program.
• Provide hands-on instruction, coaching, and real-time feedback to medical support staff.
• Observe workflows and provide on-the-spot coaching to reinforce hospital protocols.
• Develop SOPs, training guides, and educational resources.
• Assist with training on medical equipment, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with managers and technicians to monitor employee development and competency.
• Support experienced Veterinary Assistants in advancing their technical skills.
• Create presentations, videos, and digital learning materials for VetBloom and other platforms.
• Participate in hospital-wide training initiatives across departments.
• Develop Train-the-Trainer programs for departmental leads.
• Mentor and educational resource for Veterinary Assistants throughout hospital.
• Evaluate learning styles and tailor training methods for maximum success.
• Contribute to RECOVER CPR rollout for staff and veterinary community.
• Maintain current policies and training materials for continuous improvement.
• Participate in committees and ongoing hospital initiatives.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through webinars and cross-training.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Leadership coaching mentoring

Presenting educational material

Veterinary assistant tech proficiency

Organizational/time management

Multitasking with attention to detail

Adult learning adaptation

Independent work ethic

Collaborative learning environment

MS Office proficiency

Commitment to UVS values

Education

RECOVER Rescuer Certification

Fear Free Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Upstate Veterinary Specialties - Latham, NY 12110

Salary Range: $25.00 - $32.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

Upstate Veterinary Specialties is seeking an experienced, motivated, and passionate Veterinary Assistant Training Specialist to help shape the future of our medical support team. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing, training, and mentoring Veterinary Assistants across the hospital while collaborating with leadership to create engaging educational programs that promote excellence in patient care.

If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant who enjoys teaching, mentoring, and helping others succeed, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on both our team and our patients.

What You'll Do

• Train and mentor new Veterinary Assistants while supporting their progression through UVS's leveling program


• Provide hands-on instruction, coaching, and real-time feedback to medical support staff


• Observe workflows and provide on-the-spot coaching to reinforce best practices and hospital protocols


• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training guides, and educational resources


• Assist with training on medical equipment, troubleshooting, and proper maintenance


• Collaborate with managers, shift leads, and key technicians to monitor employee development and competency


• Support experienced Veterinary Assistants in advancing their technical skills and professional growth


• Help create presentations, videos, and digital learning materials for VetBloom and other educational platforms


• Participate in hospital-wide training initiatives and collaborate with multiple specialty departments


• Assist in developing "Train-the-Trainer" programs for departmental leads


• Serve as a mentor and educational resource for Veterinary Assistants throughout the hospital


• Evaluate individual learning styles and tailor training methods to maximize success


• Participate in the rollout and education of the RECOVER CPR initiative for both hospital staff and the veterinary community


• Maintain current policies, procedures, and training materials to support continuous improvement


• Participate in committees, special projects, and ongoing hospital initiatives


• Continue professional development through webinars, seminars, and cross-training opportunities within all UVS specialty services

What We're Looking For

Experience & Education

• Previous experience mentoring, training, or coaching others preferred


• RECOVER Rescuer Certification preferred


• Fear Free Certification preferred

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities


• Ability to present educational material clearly and effectively


• Advanced technical veterinary assistant knowledge and equipment proficiency


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail


• Comfortable adapting training methods to different adult learning styles


• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently


• Positive attitude and ability to foster a collaborative learning environment


• Professional, approachable, and supportive demeanor


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn additional software platforms


• Commitment to Upstate Veterinary Specialties' core values of Dedication, Compassion, and Knowledge

Schedule

• Full-Time


• Sunday-Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM


• Flexibility required to work at least two Wednesday shifts per month from 5:00 PM - 3:00 AM to support evening training initiatives


• Additional flexibility may be required to accommodate occasional evening and weekend training needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry patients or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds


• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move throughout the workday


• Comfortable working extensively with computers, medical equipment, and training software


• Ability to work in a veterinary hospital environment with exposure to animal odors, noise, and bodily fluids

What We Offer

We are committed to supporting your professional growth while empowering you to develop the next generation of veterinary professionals.

• Competitive pay: $25.00-$32.00/hour


• PTO, 401(k), healthcare benefits, and more


• Opportunities to influence hospital-wide education and training initiatives


• Continuing education through webinars, seminars, certifications, and professional development


• Cross-training opportunities across all specialty departments


• Collaborative leadership team committed to employee growth and success


• Employee appreciation events and a positive, team-focused culture

Ready to Make a Difference

If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, education, and helping others grow, we'd love to have you join our team. Apply today to become a Veterinary Assistant Training Specialist at Upstate Veterinary Specialties and help build the future of exceptional specialty veterinary care.

Where dedication, compassion, and knowledge come together to provide exceptional specialty veterinary care.