Veterinary Technician Program Director | (LVT) bei PIMA Medical Institute

Veterinary Technician Program Director (Seattle)

Grow Your Career. Shape the Future of Veterinary Medicine.

Are you a credentialed Veterinary Technician ready to step into a leadership role that leverages your expertise in a new, rewarding way? Our accredited institution in Seattle is seeking a Veterinary Technician Program Director to lead our Veterinary Nursing programs. This is your chance to move beyond the clinic and make a lasting impact on the next generation of Vet Techs.

Why Transition from Clinical Practice to Education?

A Veterinary Technician Instructor role is uniquely rewarding because:

• Legacy Over Logistics: Shift from daily patient care to shaping the entire future of the profession. Your influence will multiply through every student you teach and inspire.

• Intellectual Leadership: Dive deep into curriculum development, accreditation strategy, and educational best practices. Become the expert who guides the program's vision.

• Mentor the Next Generation: Find fulfillment in guiding students from novice to confident, competent professionals. Your clinical stories and wisdom become their most valuable lessons.

• A New Kind of Teamwork: Lead a passionate team of educators. Collaborate, support, and grow together with a shared mission to elevate veterinary nursing education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide academic leadership, supervision, and evaluation for our veterinary nursing faculty.

• Develop, manage, and continuously improve the program curriculum and teaching schedule.

• Monitor student success, implement retention strategies, and maintain an 80%+ success rate.

• Manage the program's budget, expenditures, and resource allocation.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for AVMA accreditation, including preparing annual reports and self-studies.

• Teach courses as needed, sharing your hands-on expertise directly with students.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical sites and our Program Advisory Board.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.
• Currently 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.

Compensation & Benefits  - FTE                                                    

• Hiring Range - $93,653 to $117,040
• Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP with HSA), Dental & Vision
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Short & Long-term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Program

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