Laboratory Assistant – Veterinary Technician (Part-Time)

Laboratory Assistant – Veterinary Technician (Part-Time)

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Phoenix / Black Canyon Campus) | 100% On-Site

Type: Part-Time (20 Hours per Week) | Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Compensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour

Position Summary

Share your clinical expertise to help educate and inspire the next generation of Veterinary Technicians! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated, credentialed Laboratory Assistant – Veterinary Technician Program to join our Phoenix campus team in a convenient part-time morning role.

In this vital academic support role, you will collaborate with faculty to coordinate hands-on lab scenarios, assist students with practical skill mastery, maintain clinical equipment and inventory, and ensure all student check-off sheets and evaluations are complete. If you are a CVT looking to mentor future veterinary professionals on a predictable morning schedule, this is a fantastic opportunity to stay clinically engaged while shaping the future of veterinary care.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Instruction & Clinical Skill Guidance:

• Scenario Development & Execution: Coordinate with program faculty to develop and implement realistic veterinary lab scenarios, skill demonstrations, and practical exercises.

• Student Skill Mentorship: Schedule and meet regularly with students to guide hands-on practice, reinforce didactic concepts, advise on academic performance, and address learning needs.

• Faculty Collaboration: Meet regularly with specialty didactic instructors, the Clinical Director, and Program Director to provide actionable feedback on student progress.

Skill Verification, Grading & Compliance:

• Assessing & Grading: Assist instructors in grading homework and quizzes using established keys; ensure all student skill check-off sheets are complete, signed, and submitted to administration on time.

• Confidential Records: Maintain accurate, confidential records of student performance, testing, progression, and written assignments per institutional and accreditation policies.

• Safety & Operations: Maintain familiarity with all veterinary clinical skills, equipment (teaching aids, online tools, interactive smartboards), and biohazard safety protocols (handling blood/saliva samples safely).

Lab Operations & Academic Support:

• Inventory & Supplies: Monitor clinical supply levels and prepare ordering requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant.

• Course Preparation: Assist faculty in preparing and copying class materials, setting up lab workstations, and maintaining a clean, compliant laboratory environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Associate degree from an AVMA CVTEA-accredited Veterinary Technology program recognized by USDE or CHEA.

• Licensure & Credentials: Active credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) in Arizona.

• Occupational Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of practical occupational experience within the veterinary field.

• Technical Skills: Verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic educational/computer applications.

Compensation & Part-Time Benefits

• Hiring Range: $20.80 to $24.96 per hour.

• Schedule: Part-Time, 20 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM).

• Employee Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - earn equity in the company as an employee-owner.

• Retirement: 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.