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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  Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic computer applications .

  
  


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  Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities .

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Leadership, administrative, or supervisory experience in a veterinary clinical or educational setting .

  
  

Compensation & Employee-Owner Benefits

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  Compensation: $70,935 to $88,670 annual salary.

  
  


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  Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a stakeholder in our 100% employee-owned company.

  
  


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  Retirement: 401(k) Plan with employer matching options.

  
  


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  Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, plus a Health & Wellness Program and EAP.

  
  


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  Time Off & Growth: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Tuition Reimbursement opportunities.