Veterinarian Technician Program Director Job Listing at Pima Medical Institute in Mesa, AZ (Job ID 7362AFC0-E4B9-4DE7-88DB-B1DA8C0EB717)

Description

Direct the educational activities of the Veterinary Programs. Develop and manage the approved curriculum and design teaching schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise the activities of the veterinary nursing staff.  Evaluate the faculty.  Prepare teaching assignments.
• Determine, establish and implement veterinary nursing department goals.
• Consistently monitor student success rates.  Implement plan and meet with students to reduce student withdrawals.  Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
• Monitor expenditures and keep to the department budget.
• Coordinate and arrange for educational workshops and in services for didactic and clinical faculty.  Prepare didactic instruction to include course and lab objectives.
• Maintain student grades in accordance with established policies.  Prepare final grades at the end of each sequence to update student records and transcripts.
• Evaluate the performance of students regarding course objectives and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Visit clinical sites to review and evaluate students' clinical performance and progress. Coordinate with site supervisors to ensure clinical education is effective.
• Develop and maintain a functional curriculum according to approved design.  Evaluate course content and review new texts.  Collaborate with administration in the design and implementation of the veterinary nursing program.
• Maintain all American Veterinary Medical Association records and prepare annual reports.  Prepare self study reports for necessary accreditation.
• Perform functions of a Veterinary Nursing instructor. Monitor lab competencies and confirm skill levels on checklists.
• Plan and conduct department staff and semiannual Advisory Board meetings.
• Order supplies and maintain equipment as needed.

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

• Baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Graduation from an AVMA accredited Veterinary program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience within the veterinary field and/or three (3) years of teaching experience in the veterinary field.
• Licensed doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) or a credentialed veterinary technician.
• Current license, certification or other designation as required by local, state or federal laws to work in the veterinary field. 
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred. 
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other computer skills.