Veterinary Technician Clinical Director (Full-Time)
Veterinary Technician Clinical Director (Full-Time)
Location: Mesa, AZ (East Valley Campus), 2160 S. Power Road Mesa, AZ 85209
Type: Full-Time | Salaried Exempt
Department: Veterinary Technology
Compensation: $70,935 – $88,670 per year
Position Summary
Shape the future of veterinary medicine in the East Valley! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician Clinical Director to lead the clinical education component of our Veterinary Technician Program at our East Valley campus in Mesa, AZ .
In this pivotal academic leadership role, you will bridge classroom theory with hands-on clinical practice . You will secure and maintain clinical affiliation partnerships, coordinate student rotations, evaluate clinical competencies, and mentor adult learners to ensure high student success and graduation outcomes .
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Affiliations & Site Management:
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Partner Development: Secure new clinical rotation sites and negotiate contractual agreements . Ensure all clinical contracts remain current, accurate, and aligned with program accreditation needs .
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Site Relations & Visits: Conduct site visits across clinical affiliates to evaluate student performance, review learning progress, and collaborate with site preceptors/instructors .
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Student Placement: Coordinate student scheduling and site placements to ensure a comprehensive, effective clinical education experience .
Instruction & Academic Leadership:
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Curriculum & Didactic Delivery: Coordinate both clinical and didactic education for the Veterinary Technician Program . Perform instructor duties in the classroom and lab as needed .
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Competency Assessment: Develop clinical learning objectives, monitor student skill evaluations, and maintain accurate grade books in accordance with institutional policy .
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Student Retention & Mentorship: Maintain an 80%+ student success rate by tracking progress, meeting with students to provide academic guidance, and implementing retention plans to minimize withdrawals .
Departmental Administration & Compliance:
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Continuous Improvement: Revise clinical education plans and recommend curriculum enhancements to the Program Director .
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Admissions & Compliance: Assist the Program Director with interviewing and screening student applicants . Enforce all safety guidelines, biohazard handling protocols, and professional standards .
Minimum Qualifications
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Education: Associate degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program recognized by the USDE or CHEA . (Baccalaureate degree preferred) .
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Licensure/Credential: Active, current credential as a Certified/Registered Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT) or Licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) in good standing .
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Field Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of occupational (practical) experience within the veterinary field .
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