Veterinarian Educator ( DVM )

About Us

Pima Medical Institute is a respected healthcare career college dedicated to providing quality education and practical training to future healthcare professionals. Our state-of-the-art veterinary facilities and commitment to excellence make us an ideal workplace for passionate veterinary professionals.

Position Overview | Full-Time or Part-Time 

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate Veterinarian to join our team at Pima Medical Institute. The ideal candidate will combine clinical expertise with strong teaching abilities to help shape the next generation of veterinary technicians.

Share your veterinary expertise in the best of both worlds - classroom and clinic!

Join our team as an educator (DVM) and inspire the next generation of veterinary technicians while staying engaged with hands-on clinical skills!

• Fulfilling career with great work/life balance (standard M-F business hours, no overtime!)
• Up to $120,000  Full-Time

Excellent Benefits:

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• No-cost personal pet care
• Health, dental, vision, disability, & life insurance
• PTO & holiday pay
• ESOP stock accrual
• 401(k)
• Professional dues & CE allowance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

CLINICAL:

• Provide veterinary care for patients of the program under an established VCPR.
• Oversee the husbandry and medical care of animals housed within the program.
• Perform basic medical surgical procedures.
• Serve as managing veterinarian under the program’s state premise license.
• Ensure completeness of medical records in compliance with AZVMEB, AVMA, and USDA regulations.
• Maintain a DEA license and oversee inventory and use of controlled substances.

INSTRUCTIONAL:

• Organize class schedules and daily lesson plans
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons and practical demonstrations relevant to curriculum objectives.
• Prepare and/or maintain up-to-date course materials (assignments, exams, etc.)
• Evaluate students’ skill competencies.
• Maintain accurate records of grades, evaluations, and communications with students in accordance with ABHES standards.
• Enforce classroom policies and student professionalism standards (attendance, dress code, conduct, etc.). Document and provide feedback/counseling for non-compliance.
• Arrange and/or coordinate guest speakers, field trips, community service events, and visits to clinics and hospitals.

OTHER:

• Serve as the IACUC’s “Attending Veterinarian” and attend semiannual IACUC meetings.
• Attend Advisory Board meetings, faculty/department meetings, and graduation ceremonies.
• Complete professional and instructional continuing education on an annual basis.
• Serve as the primary account holder for the ordering of medical, pharmaceutical, and laboratory supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience within the veterinary field as a veterinarian.
• Must be a doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM or VMD) and hold a current license, certification, or other designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the veterinary field.
• Ability to perform basic surgical procedures.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.

Schedule Options

• Full-time and part-time positions are available
• Flexible scheduling based on selected teaching track
• Opportunity to transition between roles based on program needs and personal interest