Veterinary Technician Program Director (DVM)

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all educational activities of the Veterinary Nursing Program
• Develop and maintain a functional curriculum aligned with AVMA standards
• Evaluate course content, review new texts, and collaborate with administration on program design and implementation
• Cook educational workshops and in-services for didactic and clinical faculty
• Coordinate department staff meetings and semiannual Advisory Board meetings
• Maintain all AVMA records, prepare annual reports, and lead self-study reports for accreditation
• Plan and conduct department staff meetings and semiannual Advisory Board meetings
• Maintain department expenditures and maintain budget compliance; order supplies and maintain equipment as needed
• Monitor student success rates and implement plans to reduce withdrawals
• Maintain student grades per established policies; prepare final grades at the end of each sequence
• Perform functions of a Veterinary Nursing instructor; monitor lab competencies and confirm skill levels on standardized checklists
• Supervise veterinary nursing staff and faculty; evaluate performance and prepare teaching assignments
• Establish and implement veterinary nursing department goals
• Visit clinical sites regularly to evaluate student clinical performance and progress; coordinate with site supervisors to ensure effective clinical education

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA-accredited College of Veterinary Medicine recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or CHEA
• Current DVM license in good standing as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the veterinary field in Texas
• Minimum 3 years of practical experience in the veterinary field and/or 3 years of teaching experience in the veterinary field
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other computer applications

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $110,000-142,800 per year
• Health Benefits: Medical (PPO & HDHP with HSA options), Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retail: 401(k) with a 10% Employer Match
• Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Income Protection: Short- and Long-term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Wellness: Health & Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Tuition Reimbursement

A Few Things To Know

• You will work in a classroom, lab, and office environment with exposure to biohazardous materials including blood, feces, saliva, and urine
• Outdoor exposure to large animal enclosures may be required
• Role requires the ability to demonstrate lifting and restraint techniques required of veterinary nursing practice