Job Description

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NAIT's Respiratory Technology, located at our Edmonton Campus, require an individual to join their team as an Instructional Assistant II.
The position is primarily for weekdays and include may some weekends and evenings. Successful candidate must be available for shifts between the hours of 7 am and 6 pm. These positions are recurring, with lay-off over the summer months when the clinic is closed, and students are off campus.
Key Responsibilities:
Lab Support:

• Assist to maintain lab equipment and perform quality control procedures
• Ensure work area is in a safe and clean condition
• Liaison with other sections or programs when required
• Maintain equipment and procure supplies and materials for the Respiratory Technology
• Prepare, set up and dismantle laboratory instruments and supplies for use by students and instructors

Instructional Support:

• Assist with the instruction during RET student laboratories which include basic clinic procedures, hematology, reception, anesthesia, surgical assisting, and animal nursing.
• Assist instructors during instructional periods in the explanation and demonstration of laboratory instruments and procedures to students, as required.
• Evaluate students based on existing rubrics and assessment tools, provided by instructors, and provide feedback
• Independent supervision of students
• Ensure knowledge of related equipment including use and application
• Provide feedback to instructors regarding lab exercises

Student Support:

• Provide tutorial/remedial support
• Assist students in the development and execution of technical projects in cooperation with other staff members
• Ensure students are working in safe conditions

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Adapt easily to change and espouse continuous quality improvement with a strong focus on student success and satisfaction.
• Willing to learn and understand the policies, processes and procedures that pertain to the Respiratory program.
• Have effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of laboratory safety and exhibit safe work practices.
• Computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite and animal clinic software

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma, degree or certificate in animal health technology or veterinary technology.
• An actively registered Veterinary Technologist with the ABVMA with considerable directly related veterinary experience.
• Mixed animal experience is an asset.
• Equivalencies may be considered.

Equivalencies may be considered.
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).
Remuneration: $59,603.44 - $79,497.34 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Instructional Assistant ll).
This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.
About NAIT
We are proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.
People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.
NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.
NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our . We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at .
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