Technical Trainer- Icu & Scu

Company: MSPCA-Angell
Location: Springfield
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

40 hours a week/ Rotating schedule based on service's needs. Some weekends and holidays are required.THE POSITION:The Technical Trainer of the ICU and SCU works closely with the supervisors and management staff of Angell Animal Medical Center to develop, conduct, and facilitate learning and development programs for the employees.If you are a Certified Vet Technician who enjoys teaching and has strong leadership skills, this may be the opportunity you have been looking for to step into a training role at one of the most prestigious veterinary teaching hospitals in the country.In this fun and highly visible role as the Inpatient Department's Training Coach, you would:Develop strong relationship with all Services within Angell to develop course materials and receive training feedback.Create clear, concise, well-designed, easy to use materials to enhance learning. (Video, job aids, handouts, games, etc.)Collaborates with Angell Managers and leaders to identify business performance needs, securing buy-in on program purpose, content, and learning outcomesHelps the Manager execute paperless system via teaching Signature and Instinct computer use to the techniciansTake charge of all training of new and current employees.Be a working member of the clinical team and provide hands on training on a daily basis.Provide follow-through to maximize transfer of knowledge, skills and capabilities and use standardized checklists to track employee progress.Assist employees who are challenged by performing specific tasks related to their position.Test trainees to measure progress and to evaluate effectiveness of training.In this vital training and coaching role, we are seeking applicants who demonstrate strong interpersonal and decision making skills, who have a collaborative style and love teaching in a positive, patient and dynamic manner.WHO WE ARE:The Boston MSPCA-Angell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world, and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds an important dimension to our work.APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:We are looking for applicants with at least three years' of experience working in veterinary healthcare management and one year experience in training. Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) required. As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter showcasing your writing skills.OUR BENEFITS:Our compensation package includes health, dental and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, and free on-site parking.If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career change you are looking for.ExperienceRequiredA minimum 1 year progressive experience in training, diversity/inclusion and/or organizational development, 3 years' experience in veterinary healthcare, management experience and demonstration of increased job responsibility and previous supervisory experience required. Work experience in a fast paced, multi-veterinary referral hospital or teaching hospital is a plus!EducationRequiredAssociates or better in Veterinary Technology or related fieldPreferredBachelors or betterLicenses & CertificationsRequiredCertified Vet TechSkillsPreferredPrevious Animal Handling Experience

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