Veterinary Technician Substitute Instructor

Pima Medical Institute; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

PRN/as-needed coverage

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute's Seattle campus is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our faculty as a Substitute Veterinary Technician Instructor on an as-needed basis. The role focuses on delivering morning or evening lectures, leading laboratory demonstrations, and evaluating clinical skills when regular faculty are unavailable.

This on-site position offers flexible hours, PRN coverage, and the chance to mentor future veterinary professionals while

Qualifications

• Association degree from AVMA CVTEA-accredited Veterinary Technology program or DVM degree.
• Active LVT license or DVM license in the State of Washington.
• Minimum of three years of hands-on clinical experience in veterinary field.
• Strong verbal and written communication; proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and lead practical lab demonstrations following AVMA CVTEA-accredited curriculum.
• Evaluate student competence using official competency checklists.
• Demonstrate and supervise use of standard veterinary equipment and ensure safety.
• Record attendance, track progress, and coordinate with program leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Associate degree in Veterinary Technology (AVMA CVTEA-accredited) or DVM

DVM degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Veterinary Technician Substitute Instructor

Veterinary Technician Substitute InstructorLocation: Seattle Campus | 100% On-SiteType: Substitute / PRN (As-Needed) | Non-ExemptSchedule: Variable Morning and/or Evening Shift Availability (Coverage as needed)Compensation: $32.41 – $40.51 per hour

Veterinary Technician Substitute Instructor

Location: Seattle Campus | 100% On-Site

Type: Substitute / PRN (As-Needed) | Non-Exempt

Schedule: Variable Morning and/or Evening Shift Availability (Coverage as needed)

Compensation: $32.41 – $40.51 per hour

Position Summary

Are you a Licensed Veterinary Technician or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine who enjoys training and mentoring others? Pima Medical Institute is seeking a flexible, knowledgeable Substitute Veterinary Technician Instructor to join our Seattle campus faculty team on an as-needed (PRN) basis .

In this key substitute role, you will step in to deliver morning or evening lectures, lead practical laboratory demonstrations, and evaluate clinical skills when regular faculty members are away . This position offers an ideal opportunity to share your expertise, mentor future veterinary professionals, and maintain flexible teaching hours without full-time scheduling commitments .

Key Responsibilities

Substitute Instruction & Lab Coverage:

• Lesson & Lab Execution: Step in as needed to implement established daily lesson plans, deliver lectures, and lead practical lab demonstrations following the AVMA CVTEA-accredited curriculum .

• Skill Competency Verification: Monitor laboratory practicals and evaluate student skill levels against official competency checklists .

• Equipment & Lab Operations: Demonstrate and utilize standard veterinary equipment including anesthesia machines, electronic monitors, and surgical tools .

• Safety Enforcement: Supervise students in classroom and laboratory settings, ensuring strict adherence to animal handling, lifting, restraint, and lab safety protocols .

Academic Support & Administration:

• Attendance & Progress Tracking: Record daily student attendance and coordinate with the Program Director and Associate Director of Student Services when absences occur two consecutive days or exceed four days in a sequence .

• Grading & Recordkeeping: Evaluate student performance, record grades, and update course records/transcripts according to institutional policies .

• Student Engagement: Maintain high instructional standards to help sustain an 80%+ student success rate across covered course modules .

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate degree from an AVMA CVTEA-accredited Veterinary Technology program (or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited institution) .

• Credentials & Licensure: Active Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential or Licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) in the State of Washington .

• Occupational Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of practical, hands-on clinical experience within the veterinary field .

• Technical & Physical Competency: Effective verbal/written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); physical ability to demonstrate veterinary nursing procedures including animal lifting and restraint .

Compensation & PRN Benefits

• Hiring Range: $32.41 to $40.51 per hour.

• Schedule: As-Needed / Substitute (Mor