Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a full-time, credentialed Training and Development Coordinator 

VTS's:  This is a unique opportunity to put your knowledge, leadership and training skills into practice.  In doing so, you will be enhancing the staff knowledge base and solidifying our collective goal of offering the most comprehensive veterinary medicine available anywhere.

About Veterinary Specialty Hospital:  At VSH our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business, and promotion of the human-animal bond. We strive to bring together caring, warm and intelligent people who love to serve and help and are among the best in their field.   

Training & Development Coordinator plans, organizes and directs a wide range of training activities within VSH that align with VSH’s mission, vision and culture. Training and Development Coordinators consult with Hospital Service Managers and the leadership team to drive the development of the existing nursing care team through VSH training programs. TDCs will implement performance improvement measures, conduct orientation sessions, and arrange on-the-job training for new employees, VA program and Specialty/ECC Interns with a high focus on mentorship.   

Pay Range:

 Range is dependent on experience

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT): $24.00 - $35.00

Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS): $31.00 - $40.00

Essential Functions:   

Supports the Mission and Core Values of VSH.    

Provide department-specific training, both technical skills, and medical knowledge, for new and existing staff members, volunteers, and externs.   

Provide input in the creation/modification of a clinical training program specific to their department.  

Provide mentorship for new and existing staff members during their training period and beyond as applicable.  

Work with the Hospital Leadership team to implement educational initiatives  

Organize hands-on training workshops on a variety of topics  

Building relationships and opportunities for student internships and externships to meet educational requirements for the hospital students  

Must have the capability to address staff members confidently and directly should they not be following VSH policies and protocols.     

Provide timely updates/feedback on trainee’s progress and maintain accurate, complete training records.  

Engage in self-reflection and program evaluation practices to modify and enhance the team training programs  

Regularly meet with the leadership team to discuss program development, objectives and additional needs  

Coordinate schedules of trainees with assistant hospital managers and leads post-initial onboarding and SOP/computer training.     

Work with other TDCs to develop curriculum and materials for all VSH training programs   

Coordinate and assist with onboarding and initial training for all new hires within the specialty department.   

Training/Mentoring Skills required:   

Ability to foster a positive working environment and the ability to address training and workflow issues with immediate and on-time feedback in a positive manner.   

Proven ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner with professionalism, compassion and tact.   

Ability to lead by example and adapt training approach as needed to effectively teach/mentor various personalities, knowledge levels, and learning styles.  

Technical Skills required:  

Advanced medical vocabulary/knowledge and technical skills including disease pathophysiology, pharmacology, medical math, and workflow specific to their department.  

Ability to multitask (train/mentor while completing usual job duties).  

Knowledge of nosocomial infection control procedures/policies  

Proficiency with the utilization of HIS   

The willingness and ability to adapt and evolve with the position.   

Credentialed veterinary technician required (RVT/CVT/LVT)

5 + years of service in specialty medicine (if applicable) 

Benefits:

Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill setPartnership with Purdue VT program/scholarshipsCompetitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annuallyVetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training and curriculum libraryLicense application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’sFinancial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTSHealth and wellness programs including access to League wellness appOpportunities for growth and advancement  75% Employee Pet discountIn-house Social WorkerFull-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniformsBenefits available the first of the month following 30 days.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

NVA Compassion-First is now Ethos Veterinary Health

We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.