Instructor: VM710 - Foundations, Physical Examination Skills Lab

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Job Description Position Summary: The VM710 Foundations Physical Examination Skills Lab Instructor teaches second-year DVM students enrolled in VM710: Foundations, a core course within Colorado State University's Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. Full Consideration Date: September 8, 2026 Essential Duties:Lead instruction during the VM710: Foundations Physical Examination (PE) Skills Lab. Demonstrate a structured ophthalmic examination for canine patients. Teach safe and effective handling and restraint techniques for ophthalmic examinations. Instruct students on how to identify and address stress, fear, and anxiety in canine patients. Train students to properly use ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, including focal light sources and direct and indirect ophthalmoscopes, to perform diagnostic fundic examinations. Demonstrate routine ophthalmic diagnostic procedures, including tear production measurement, fluorescein staining, and assessment of ocular responses and reflexes. Supervise, guide, and support students during hands-on laboratory exercises. Evaluate students' clinical skills and performance following demonstrations and practice sessions. Provide meaningful, constructive feedback to reinforce student learning and advance clinical competency. Supervision:No formal supervisory duties Conditions of Employment:Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires). Minimum Qualifications:Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent veterinary degree. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Qualifications:Experience in small animal ophthalmology Background in teaching, mentoring, or clinical instruction Experience working with veterinary students or veterinary technicians Salary Range $37.00 - $41.00/hr Required Application Documents To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please

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