Instructional Lab Tech I - Veterinary Technology (Temporary Position)

Salary: $30.30 hourly. This is a temporary, at-will classified position at Ventura College; employees do not accrue property interest in the assignment and are not eligible for benefits.

About the role

Under the direction of a Dean or assigned supervisor, you will oversee students’ learning and practicing skills in veterinary nursing and animal care in an instructional live laboratory, tutor and remediate students, provide instructional assistance, support faculty, and perform technical work to maintain the Veterinary Technology program.

Where you’ll work

Ventura College, founded in 1925, enrolls 14,500 students on a 112-acre campus in Ventura, California, approximately 60 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbara. The campus offers views of the Channel Islands.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and provide instructional assistance to students in the nursing, care, and handling of animals in the Veterinary Technology program.
• Assist faculty in demonstrating and teaching veterinary technology nursing skills in the classroom and laboratory setting.
• Assist faculty with student learning outcomes; tutor and remediate students; provide skills practice and enhancement of students’ classroom experience.
• Assist in the administration and scoring of tests and class assignments; evaluate, track, document, and report student progress; submit records in accordance with deadlines; assign and maintain records of students in skills lab, internships, and student learning lab.
• Prepare, issue, and monitor materials, tools, and equipment for student use; maintain records of materials, tools, and equipment on loan to or checked out by students and instructors.
• Prepare and set up laboratory equipment, tools, supplies, and other teaching aids for demonstrations, practical examinations, and student assignments in the nursing, care, and handling of animals.
• Maintain the lab, stock rooms, and other assigned areas in a safe, clean, and orderly condition; encourage awareness of and oversee the proper use of the facilities and safe practices.
• Maintain inventory of training and veterinary supplies and equipment; order, receive, and arrange for proper storage and handling of food, supplies, and equipment; provide lab materials from stores; inventory materials and assure adequate quantities are available for instructional use; monitor supply budget.
• Assist in the coordination of the overall maintenance and repair of instructional equipment with the Maintenance Department; test, adjust, maintain, and perform minor repairs on equipment; send equipment out for major repairs.
• Assist in the admission process.
• Maintain a variety of files and records regarding instructional materials, inventories, purchase orders, and equipment repairs; organize, prepare, and maintain laboratory procedure manuals; perform general clerical duties as needed.
• Screen, select, train, and provide work direction for student workers.
• Use and operate a variety of technical equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree from a recognized college or university in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, or a closely related field.
• Two years of experience as a veterinary technician in the nursing, care, and handling of animals.
• One year of experience working with students in an organized setting.

Licenses and certifications

• Applicants not possessing a current valid Registered Veterinary Technician license from the California State Veterinary Medical Association must obtain one prior to completion of the probationary period.
• Valid CPR certificate.
• Valid First Aid certificate.