Veterinary Nursing Instructor; DVM), Tenure-Track

Are you a dedicated veterinarian looking for a new way to make an impact—without the relentless pace and pressure of clinical practice? Step into the classroom and bring your real-world experience to the next generation of veterinary professionals. At Truckee Meadows Community College, we are seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and compassionate DVM (or VMD) to join our Veterinary Nursing Program (and Veterinary Assistant Program) faculty.

This is your opportunity to trade in emergency calls and double-booked appointments for meaningful mentorship, collaborative teaching, and a steady schedule that still lets you make a difference—this time, in the lives of future technicians. As a full-time faculty member in our AVMA-accredited Veterinary Nursing (veterinary technician) Program, you’ll play a vital role in preparing students for success in the veterinary field.

You will teach and mentor students in both didactic and hands‑on settings, contribute to curriculum development, participate in student assessment, and contribute to the overall academic environment. Your clinical insight and professional experience will help bridge the gap between textbook learning and real‑world application.

TMCC is hiring a full‑time veterinarian for student instruction in their veterinary nursing (vet tech) and veterinary assistant programs. This position can either be tenure‑track faculty or zero‑rank instructor. The zero‑rank instructor role has more flexibility for salary negotiation. The full‑time instructor has the responsibility for teaching at 15 credits per semester along with other responsibilities.

• Must be a graduate of an AVMA accredited program of Veterinary Medicine and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) with active licensure and in good standing with the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
• Must have the educational background and occupational experience appropriate to understand and fulfill program goals.
• Experience working with licensed veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants.
• Ability to utilize or learn innovative programs and technologies to deliver coursework.

• Experience with leadership in a veterinary technician/veterinary nursing program.
• Three years or more of experience teaching in a college setting or equivalent for college students.
• Experience in a variety of teaching and evaluation methods and delivery modalities including multimedia presentation of classroom lectures and laboratory activities.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience as a veterinarian working in companion animal and/or mixed animal veterinary medicine preferred.
• Experience with program accreditation via the AVMA‑CVTEA.

• Physical Demands include extended periods of time standing or walking. Employee must be able to work a variety of hours and schedules. Other physical demands are proximate to comparable professional positions in the public or private sector.
• Physical, cognitive, psychomotor and social abilities are required in various situations to facilitate safe and effective veterinary care. The applicant must be able to effectively perform duties and tasks, with or without reasonable accommodations, related to veterinary medicine and teaching in a variety of settings.

• Responsible for working closely with the Academic Program Director to organize continuous program review and development processes that assure program effectiveness.
• Teach veterinary nursing (or veterinary assistant) courses and laboratories, with possibility of clinical teaching offsite. Prepare and provides lectures, laboratory and clinical experiences according to the curriculum. Be comfortable in a shelter environment while understanding the needs of the animals and the needs of the students for education.
• Actively support efforts to achieve and maintain full accreditation with the AVMA; meeting all requirements and submitting reports and documentation as required.
• Develop and revise course syllabi and instruction materials to be reflective of current and modern veterinary medical practice.
• Provide academic assistance…