Veterinary Technician Instructor (Part-Time)

Pima Medical Institute; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Program

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Phoenix is seeking a part-time Veterinary Technician Instructor to join the campus faculty in an evening role. The position emphasizes hands-on lab leadership and lectures for adult learners, with a focus on clinical skill development.

The role offers an evening schedule, a 20-hour workweek, and comprehensive benefits including an ESOP and 401(k) employer match. Prior CVT credential and AVMA CVTEA-aligned education are required.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential or state designation in Arizona.
• Associate degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA CVTEA-accredited program.
• Minimum of three years of practical clinical experience in veterinary field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lecture & Lab Leadership: deliver lectures and lead hands-on demonstrations in AVMA CVTEA-aligned curriculum.
• Skill Verification: monitor lab competencies using practical skill checklists.
• Safety & Environment: maintain safe, clean, compliant classroom and lab.
• Retention Coaching: track progress and attendance to support student success.
• Academic Records: record grades and progress in CampusNexus; participate in faculty activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

CVT credential

Associate degree in Veterinary Technology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Veterinary Technician Instructor (Part-Time)

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Phoenix Campus) | 100% On-Site

Type: Part-Time (20 Hours per Week) | Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday - Friday (Evening Shift - 20 Hours per Week)

Compensation: $28.19 - $35.23 per hour

Position Summary

Are you a Certified Veterinary Technician looking to share your passion for animal care and give back to the profession? Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician Instructor to join our Phoenix campus faculty team in a convenient part-time evening role.

In this rewarding academic role, you will lead hands-on lab demonstrations, deliver engaging lectures, and mentor adult learners mastering critical clinical skills during evening classes. Enjoy a consistent 20-hour evening schedule with no weekends, emergency calls, or late-night clinic shifts, all while helping shape the next generation of veterinary professionals and building equity in your future through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery & Clinical Labs

• Lecture & Lab Leadership: Prepare and deliver engaging lectures and lead practical, hands-on demonstrations in laboratory settings following established AVMA CVTEA-accredited curriculum.
• Skill Verification: Monitor laboratory competencies, utilizing practical skill checklists to ensure student mastery and readiness for clinical practice.
• Safety & Environment: Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant classroom and laboratory environment meeting institutional and regulatory standards.

Student Mentorship & Academic Administration

• Retention Coaching: Track student progress and daily attendance, conducting regular check-ins to support student retention and academic success.
• Academic Recordkeeping: Record grades, evaluate assignments, and document student competency progress promptly and accurately in CampusNexus.
• Professional Growth & Events: Participate in faculty meetings, in-service workshops, advisory board meetings, and campus graduation ceremonies as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA CVTEA-accredited program recognized by USDE or CHEA.
• Credentials & Licensure: Active Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential or other required state designation in Arizona.
• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of practical, hands-on clinical experience in the veterinary field.
• Technical Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic computer operations.

Compensation & Part-Time Benefits

• Hiring Range: $28.19 to $35.23 per hour.
• Schedule: Part-Time, 20 hours per week (Monday - Friday, Evening Shift).
• Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — earn equity in the company as an employee-owner.
• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.
• Work-Life & Perks: Arizona Paid Sick Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Referral Bonus Program, Tuition Reimbursement, and Health & Wellness Program rewards.