Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

Overview Eye Care for Animals – Pearland Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (24-26 hours/week) 8am-5pm Eye Care for Animals is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our INCREDIBLE team. The doctors at Eye Care for Animals are dedicated to providing the finest in veterinary ophthalmology services to Pearland, Texas. Our board-certified and associate doctors prioritize the highest level of care, education, and understanding to our clients, their pets, and our referring veterinarians. Position Veterinary Technician – Part Time (Ophthalmology) Eye Care for Animals – Pearland Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (24-26 hours/week) 8am-5pm As a Veterinary Technician you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients. Responsibilities Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow. Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state\'s Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians. Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members. Qualifications & Experience 2 years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience (direct animal/patient care required) CVT/RVT/LVT preferred Proficient in IV catheters placement, blood work, and IV, IM and SQ injections Proficient in monitoring anesthesia and working with various monitoring equipment Desire to practice empathetic, gold standard medicine benefiting our patients Team oriented with an ability to collaborate and support each other Are paw-sitive, kind and provide trustworthy communication to the patients, team members and clients. Have the desire to constantly grow and advance as a veterinary technician! You’ll Grow with Us Benefits – Our Care In Action Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions 401k with employer contribution and no enrollment waiting period Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program and so much more! About Thrive Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence. Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care. Our Support Office teams power that mission by supporting our hospitals through operational excellence, innovative programs, people-centered culture, and forward-thinking business solutions — all while having plenty of fun along the way. We nurture pets & people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care—and we are united by a shared set of values. Service – delivering exceptional service Empathy – leading with care Accountability – achieve meaningful outcomes Joy – be a source of light Exploration – learn to fuel growth Team – connect for success At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve. #J-18808-Ljbffr