Certified Veterinary Technician - Lead - Ophthalmology

The Animal Eye Doctor

Position: Certified Veterinary Technician / Co-Practice Lead

Full-Time | Shared Weekend Rotations for Work-Life Balance

Join Our Team

If you are looking for a unique leadership opportunity where you can lead, mentor, and grow while practicing at the top of your license, The Animal Eye Doctor wants to meet you.

At The Animal Eye Doctor, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we are committed to delivering exceptional specialty care while fostering a supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused environment for our team.

About the Role

This hybrid role offers the opportunity to blend clinical excellence with leadership impact.

70% Veterinary Technician

30% Practice Leadership

As the Co-Practice Lead, you'll serve as the hospital's key connector and operational driver, helping to align team performance, patient care, and business success.

What You'll Do

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care in a specialty ophthalmology setting
• Assist DVMs with exams, procedures, and diagnostics
• Perform: IV catheter placement, venipuncture, and lab work
• IV, IM, and SQ injections
• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical support
• Deliver exceptional client communication and education

Leadership & Operational Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to resource for team members, doctors, and leadership for questions, escalation, and conflict resolution
• Coordinate and lead regularly scheduled staff meetings, including training and communication on standards of care and service
• Provide mentorship and career development guidance to support team growth and retention
• Partner with the corporate team on recruiting efforts, including scheduling and conducting on-site interviews
• Conduct employee performance evaluations, including documentation and development planning
• Lead coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, and terminations when necessary
• Drive accountability by helping the hospital achieve and maintain key performance benchmarks
• Oversee inventory management, including supply levels, physical counts, and controlled drug protocols
• Analyze hospital performance data and implement operational improvements

Culture & Work Environment

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are 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 live our core values every day:

• Service Delivering exceptional care
• Empathy Leading with compassion
• Accountability Driving meaningful outcomes
• Joy Bringing positivity to our teams and clients
• Exploration Learning to fuel growth
• Team Collaborating for success

You'll help foster a positive, inclusive culture that prioritizes teamwork, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT required
• 5+ years of veterinary technician experience
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong technical skills in anesthesia monitoring, patient care, and diagnostics
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams
• Experience with hiring, performance management, and employee relations
• Ability to analyze data, manage priorities, and support operational goals
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with financial reporting, KPIs, and P&L awareness
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs with/without assistance
• Flexibility to support occasional extended hours or emergencies

Why You'll Love Working Here

We are passionate about creating a workplace that supports both professional success and personal well-being. Our team culture emphasizes emotional intelligence, collaboration, and work-life balance so you can thrive both inside and outside of work.

Benefits Our Care in Action

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your mental, physical, emotional, and financial well-being:

• Competitive compensation: $27.00 $35.00/hour (Based on credentials, experience, and location)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• Generous PTO, including:
• Pet and human bereavement
• New pet adoption leave
• Mental health support (therapy + coaching)
• 401(k) program
• Backup care support for dependents and pets
• Employee pet perks (free exams, discounts, and more)

About Thrive Pet Healthcare

Thrive Pet Healthcare is a nationwide network of over 360 veterinary hospitals, providing a full continuum of care across primary, specialty, and emergency services.

Founded by veterinarians, Thrive is committed to supporting the people who care for pets through industry-leading benefits, innovation, and a collaborative community.

Apply Today

Ready to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on pets, clients, and your team?

Apply today, we can't wait to meet you.