Instructional Specialist, Anesthesia Focus (Oro Valley, AZ)

Supports live animal surgery course through preparing surgical lab sessions, providing intra/peri-operative surgical patient care including induction, maintenance and recovery from anesthesia, and supporting veterinary student learning through direct instruction of anesthetic skills and concepts. Prepares and assembles surgical supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures at multiple surgical sites. Performs scheduled maintenance of equipment at appropriate intervals.

Supports Clinical Skills course in preparations/breakdown of labs, providing student and faculty support during lab including direct instruction of students. Maintains teaching models, learning spaces and equipment. Provides direct instruction of veterinary anesthesia and surgery related skills in simulation scenarios and skills labs.

Prepares supplies and equipment for simulation labs. Constructs, maintains and repairs simulation technology and equipment. Provides additional student support through office hours, collaborations and direct instruction.

Collaborates with faculty on projects and initiatives. Assists with other operational logistics within the college including events, tours and daily operations. Participates in team meetings, trainings and continuing education events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Veterinary anesthetic knowledge with ability to recognize and respond to abnormal patient physiological parameters under anesthesia. Patience with ability to stay calm under pressure and help guide students during high stakes situations.

Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations. Team-oriented. Attention to fine-detail.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Demands

• Ability to lift, move, and transport items as required for laboratory and instructional activities.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform duties in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work in extreme heat, including temperatures exceeding 10vet me0°F for extended periods.