Upstate Veterinary Specialties is seeking an experienced, motivated, and passionate Veterinary Assistant Training Specialist to help shape the future of our medical support team. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing, training, and mentoring Veterinary Assistants across the hospital while collaborating with leadership to create engaging educational programs that promote excellence in patient care.
If you're an experienced Veterinary Assistant who enjoys teaching, mentoring, and helping others succeed, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on both our team and our patients.
What You'll Do:
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Train and mentor new Veterinary Assistants while supporting their progression through UVS's leveling program
- Provide hands-on instruction, coaching, and real-time feedback to medical support staff
- Observe workflows and provide on-the-spot coaching to reinforce best practices and hospital protocols
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training guides, and educational resources
- Assist with training on medical equipment, troubleshooting, and proper maintenance
- Collaborate with managers, shift leads, and key technicians to monitor employee development and competency
- Support experienced Veterinary Assistants in advancing their technical skills and professional growth
- Help create presentations, videos, and digital learning materials for VetBloom and other educational platforms
- Participate in hospital-wide training initiatives and collaborate with multiple specialty departments
- Assist in developing "Train-the-Trainer" programs for departmental leads
- Serve as a mentor and educational resource for Veterinary Assistants throughout the hospital
- Evaluate individual learning styles and tailor training methods to maximize success
- Participate in the rollout and education of the RECOVER CPR initiative for both hospital staff and the veterinary community
- Maintain current policies, procedures, and training materials to support continuous improvement
- Participate in committees, special projects, and ongoing hospital initiatives
- Continue professional development through webinars, seminars, and cross-training opportunities within all UVS specialty services
What We're Looking For:
Experience & Education
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Previous experience mentoring, training, or coaching others preferred
- RECOVER Rescuer Certification preferred
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Fear Free Certification preferred
Skills & Qualifications
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities
- Ability to present educational material clearly and effectively
- Advanced technical veterinary assistant knowledge and equipment proficiency
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail
- Comfortable adapting training methods to different adult learning styles
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Positive attitude and ability to foster a collaborative learning environment
- Professional, approachable, and supportive demeanor
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn additional software platforms
- Commitment to Upstate Veterinary Specialties' core values of Dedication, Compassion, and Knowledge
Schedule:
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Full-Time
- Sunday–Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Flexibility required to work at least two Wednesday shifts per month from 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM to support evening training initiatives
- Additional flexibility may be required to accommodate occasional evening and weekend training needs
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to lift and carry patients or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and move throughout the workday
- Comfortable working extensively with computers, medical equipment, and training software
- Ability to work in a veterinary hospital environment with exposure to animal odors, noise, and bodily fluids
What We Offer:
We are committed to supporting your professional growth while empowering you to develop the next generation of veterinary professionals.
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Competitive pay: $25.00–$32.00/hour
- PTO, 401(k), healthcare benefits, and more
- Opportunities to influence hospital-wide education and training initiatives
- Continuing education through webinars, seminars, certifications, and professional development
- Cross-training opportunities across all specialty departments
- Collaborative leadership team committed to employee growth and success
- Employee appreciation events and a positive, team-focused culture
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, education, and helping others grow, we'd love to have you join our team. Apply today to become a Veterinary Assistant Training Specialist at Upstate Veterinary Specialties and help build the future of exceptional specialty veterinary care.
Where dedication, compassion, and knowledge come together to provide exceptional specialty veterinary care.
