Find & Apply For Veterinary Technician / Technologist Jobs in Seminole, Florida

Job ID:

1002128

Academic Instruction Salary Range:

9-month/30

ECH:

Bachelors/Equivalent:

$54,000.00

Masters:

$59,400.00

Doctorate/Terminal:

$65,340.00 10-month/36

ECH:

Bachelors/Equivalent:

$60,750.00

Masters:

$66,825.00

Doctorate/Terminal:

$73,507.50

Department:

Academic Affairs/Varies Pay Grade:

N/A FLSA

Status:

Exempt Remote Work Eligible:

No

JOB SUMMARY

The Veterinary Technology Program at St. Petersburg College seeks a highly qualified, experienced veterinary professional to serve as a full-time faculty member in the campus-based Veterinary Technology program. This position combines classroom and laboratory instruction, student advising and mentoring, clinical education, and Clinical Coordinator responsibilities . The successful candidate will bring current, hands-on veterinary clinical experience and a strong commitment to preparing students for professional practice as credentialed veterinary technicians. The faculty member will participate in curriculum development, assessment, accreditation activities, clinical-site coordination, student success initiatives, and program service Previous teaching experience in veterinary technology, veterinary nursing, veterinary medicine. Experience supervising veterinary technology/veterinary nursing students in clinical settings. Experience with clinical education, clinical-site management, or experiential learning. Experience with curriculum development, student assessment, or accreditation. Experience working with veterinary technology students preparing for the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE). Experience in multiple areas of veterinary practice. Familiarity with

AVMA CVTEA

accreditation standards and veterinary technology/nursing education. Primary Responsibilities Teaching and Instruction The faculty member will: Teach assigned veterinary technology courses in classroom, laboratory, and clinical instructional environments . Provide instruction in accordance with approved course and program outcomes, curriculum, and institutional policies. Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered learning experiences that integrate theoretical knowledge with practical veterinary skills. Provide hands-on laboratory instruction and competency-based skills assessment. Demonstrate appropriate veterinary procedures, equipment use, patient care, restraint, anesthesia, laboratory techniques, diagnostic procedures, and other technical skills within the faculty member's area of expertise. Supervise students during laboratory activities involving live animals, models, simulation, and other instructional resources. Assess student learning through examinations, laboratory practicals, skills assessments, assignments, and other approved assessment methods. Provide timely, meaningful feedback and maintain accurate student records. Maintain regular communication with students regarding course expectations, academic progress, and professional development. Incorporate current veterinary medicine practices, evidence-based information, technology, and professional standards into instruction. Participate in course, curriculum, and program assessment and continuous improvement activities. Maintain current knowledge and clinical competence through continuing education and ongoing professional practice. Clinical Coordinator Responsibilities As part of the faculty assignment, the faculty member will serve as a Clinical Coordinator for the Veterinary Technology Program and will: Coordinate and monitor the program's clinical education and experiential learning activities. Develop, maintain, and evaluate relationships with veterinary hospitals, clinics, shelters, farms, laboratories, specialty practices, and other approved clinical education sites. Recruit and evaluate potential clinical affiliation sites in accordance with program and accreditation requirements. Maintain communication with clinical-site personnel, including veterinarians, credentialed veterinary technicians, practice managers, and designated clinical mentors. Coordinate clinical affiliation agreements and required site documentation in collaboration with appropriate college personnel. Verify that clinical sites meet program, institutional, and accreditation requirements before students are placed. Coordinate student clinical placements and assist students in identifying appropriate clinical experiences. Monitor student progress and completion of required clinical competencies and hours. Communicate with students and clinical-site mentors regarding expectations, required documentation, clinical performance, and concerns. Facilitate resolution of student or clinical-site concerns and escalate issues when appropriate. Conduct or coordinate clinical-site evaluations and maintain documentation of site performance. Monitor clinical-site capacity and identify opportunities to expand clinical placement options. Maintain accurate clinical-site records, affiliation agreements, evaluations, student placement information, and other required documentation. Collaborate with faculty to ensure consistency in clinical expectations, competency assessment, and student preparation. Participate in the development and continuous improvement of clinical education policies, procedures, forms, and resources. Support preparation for program reviews and accreditation activities related to clinical education. Maintain regular communication with the Program Director regarding clinical-site needs, student concerns, placement capacity, and clinical education outcomes. Professional and Institutional Responsibilities Maintain current clinical knowledge and professional competence through continuing education and appropriate veterinary practice. Maintain required professional credentials and certifications. Participate in professional organizations and activities relevant to veterinary technology/veterinary nursing education and practice. Follow all college policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable laws and regulations. Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, institutional committees, and other assigned college activities. Perform other duties related to the faculty position and program as assigned. Position Emphasis This position is intentionally designed as a combined faculty and clinical coordination role. The faculty members will have primary responsibility for teaching and student learning while also providing leadership and coordination for the program's clinical partnership network.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree related to teaching discipline; three (3) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Preferred qualifications Credentialed veterinary technician with current credentialing/licensure/registration in good standing and a master's degree , OR Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree. Current, relevant clinical experience in veterinary medicine is required. Demonstrated experience in a veterinary clinical practice, hospital, specialty practice, emergency practice, laboratory, shelter, large-animal practice, or other relevant veterinary setting. Ability to obtain and maintain any credentials necessary to participate in veterinary clinical and laboratory instruction. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, clinical partners, and other stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Managerial principles and practices; Academic program requirements; Learning styles; Online instructional techniques; Customer service principles; Presentation principles and practices; Diverse populations and cultures; Instructional technology; and Computers and related software applications.

Skills in:

Managing time; Organizing; Planning; Evaluating; Coordinating; Resolving conflict; Solving problems; Developing and delivering presentations; Communicating, both verbally and in writing; and Using a computer and related software applications.

Ability to:

Provide in-person instruction, counseling, and career advice in accordance with the terms of the collective bargaining agreement; Demonstrate a professional, cooperative and considerate attitude toward students, colleagues and staff; Work with a diverse group of people; Be objective; and Apply technology to the classroom experience.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Licenses or certifications required for assigned area (s) of instruction. Teacher certification as required by the state for high school courses for the collegiate high school if applicable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed. A complete description of the activities below is available upon request from Human Resources. (X = Required to perform essential job functions) Physical Activities Physical Activities Balancing maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching. Pushing use upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward. X Climbing ascending, descending ladders, stairs, ramps, requires body agility. Reaching extending hands or arms in any direction. X Crawling moving about on hands, knees, or hands, feet. Repetitive Motion substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers. Crouching bending body forward by bending leg, spine. Speaking expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely. X Feeling perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips. Standing for sustained periods of time. X Fingering picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand. X Stooping bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back. Grasping applying pressure to object with fingers, palm. Talking 1 expressing ideas by spoken word. X Handling picking, holding, or working with whole hand. X Talking 2 shouting to be heard above ambient noise. Hearing 1 perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information. X Visual Acuity 1 prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading. Hearing 2 receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound. Visual Acuity 2 color, depth perception, field of vision. Kneeling bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees. Visual Acuity 3 determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures. Lifting raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back. X Visual Acuity 4 operate motor vehicles/heavy equipment. X Mental Acuity ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning. X Visual Acuity 5 close acuity for inspection of small defects, machines, use measurement devices, or fabricate parts. X Pulling use upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug. X Walking on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site.

X TYPE OF WORK

Work performed is primarily:

Sedentarywork :

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Medium work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Heavy work : Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Very heavy work : Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

WORK ENVIRONMENT

May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule including nights and weekends. This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee's physical presence at the workplace. May be subjected to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, extreme temperatures, work space restrictions, and intense noise. Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in a job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in a job description. St. Petersburg College has the right to revise a classification or job description at any time. St. Petersburg College has the right to revise a classification or job description at any time . The Board of Trustees of St. Petersburg College affirms its equal opportunity policy in accordance with the provisions of the Florida Educational Equity Act and all other relevant state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. The college will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or against any qualified individual with disabilities in its employment practices or in the admission and treatment of students. Recognizing that sexual harassment constitutes discrimination on the basis of sex and violates this Rule, the college shall not tolerate such conduct. Should you experience such behavior, please contact JoCynda Hudson, the director of EA/EO/Title IX Coordinator at 727-341-3261; by mail at P.O. Box 13489, St. Petersburg, FL 33733-3489; or by email at eaeo_director@spcollege.edu. Please indicated the position you wish to apply for in your request. The College shall not discriminate against a qualified individual with disabilities because of the disability of such an individual in regard to job application procedures, hiring, advancement, or discharge of employees, employee¿s compensation, job training or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Except when undue hardship exists, the College shall endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations to a qualified individual with a disability. If you have questions regarding this policy, please contact the Director of EA/EO by phone at (727)341-3261, by mail at PO Box 13489, St Petersburg Fl 33733-3489, or by email at eeo_director @spcollege.edu. Qualifications listed in a position description are used as a guideline for hiring. Other comparable qualifications of a candidate may be considered by the President in lieu of those suggested in a position description. (BOT rule 6hx23-2.02). To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in a job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in a job description. Equal Access/Equal Opportunity The Board of Trustees of St. Petersburg College affirms its equal opportunity policy in accordance with the provisions of the Florida Educational Equity Act and all other relevant state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. The college will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or against any qualified individual with disabilities in its employment practices or in the admission and treatment of students. Recognizing that sexual harassment constitutes discrimination on the basis of sex and violates this Rule, the college will not tolerate such conduct. Should you experience such behavior, please contact the Title IX Coordinator at 727-341-3261 ; by mail at P.O. Box 13489, St. Petersburg, FL 33733-3489; or by email at eaeo_director@spcollege.edu .