Academic Veterinary Technician
Academic Veterinary Technician
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Job Description
Overview
The Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our team as an Academic Veterinary Technician I. This individual will use their extensive experience as a veterinary technician to support the educational goals of the veterinary school and/or other veterinary professional programs and instruct veterinary students and/or other veterinary professionals. They will assist with hands on teaching labs and other simulated or live animal experiences. They may assist with developing curricula preparing relevant content and materials and organize deliver and/or facilitate classes labs conferences trainings and student live animal experiences. This is a staff teaching position.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the implementation of a clinical skills curriculum for veterinary students in years 13 focusing on practical and handson training.
- Serve as a team instructor in assigned courses in the CVM.
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and applicable IACUC protocols for clinical skills laboratories.
- As part of a team implement and deliver the clinical skills course series ensuring that students master essential new graduate competencies related to veterinary clinical skills.
- Support instruction with the development maintenance and application of simulated clinical skills teaching models (i.e. fabricate models etc.).
- Collaborate with staff and faculty members to integrate clinical skills training with theoretical coursework.
- Mentor and guide students providing feedback and support to enhance their learning experience.
- Ensure all course content and teaching methods align with the latest academic standards and best practices.
- Organize prepare for setup and participate in laboratory sessions and simulation exercises; and then perform postactivity duties including cleaning and storage of teaching materials etc.
- Assess and evaluate student performance maintaining accurate records and providing constructive feedback.
- Assist with other clinical live animal and simulated learning experiences as directed.
- Fill other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technician training program OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Credentialed as a licensed registered or certified veterinary technician OR eligible to become credentialed due to at least 3 years experience working as a veterinary technician.
- Successful passage of the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) OR eligible to take the VTNE.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Specialty certification as a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) or Veterinary Nurse Specialist (VNS) through a specialty recognized by the National Association of Veterinary. Technicians in America (NAVTA) Committee on Veterinary Technician Specialties.
- Teaching and training experience within a veterinary technician or professional veterinary program.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstration of successfully working as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for veterinary education and a commitment to fostering the development of future veterinarians.
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
- Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
- Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
- Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. Primarily working in veterinary teaching laboratory environment. Must be able to lift 2530 pounds.
College/Department Highlights
The Educational Veterinary Technician will be joining the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at an exciting point of transformation. In 2022 the state of Utah approved the creation of a full fouryear Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree program at USU. The CVM has received approval through its accrediting agency the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education to admit its inaugural class of 40 students in the fall of 2025 and cohorts of 80 veterinary students in subsequent years. The new college is the only veterinary medical education program in Utah. The CVM is dedicated to providing toptier education and training to the next generation of veterinarians. Our program emphasizes handson learning innovative teaching methods and a commitment to excellence in veterinary care. Join our dynamic team and contribute to shaping the future of veterinary medicine.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435)or.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.
Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 09/2023
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
