Certified Veterinary Technician- Ophthalmology

Description No weekends Full-time Certified Veterinary Technician Eye Care for Animals Wheeling We encourage you to apply to become an integral part of our team. Our staff is comprised of individuals passionate about providing the very best in ophthalmic care in order to improve the quality of life for our patients. Eye Care for Animals, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is seeking a Full-time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team in Wheeling, IL. Practice hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm. No weekend hours . Some on-call will be required. Experience And Skill Requirements Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) REQUIRED Previous veterinary technician experience REQUIRED Proficient in IV catheter placement, blood work, and IV, IM and SQ injections Proficient in monitoring anesthesia and working with various monitoring equipment Team player Eager to learn and self-motivated Enjoys a challenging and fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to multi-task with a smile Job Overview The Veterinary Technician is responsible for a variety of tasks related to customer service and patient care within the veterinary practice. Tasks include animal handling, pre and post-operative patient care, creating and presenting financial options and estimates, accurately entering service charges into the client processing database, extensive client interaction, and preparing medications. Benefits - Our Care In Action Competitive pay $25-32/hr Pre-tax savings plan for commuter expenses 401(k) with employer match Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health Paid parental leave Adopt-a-pet leave Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care Personalized care for every family-forming journey Discretionary funds and free CE courses Pet perks and veterinary service discounts Student loan management tools and assistance Hourly pay rate starting at $25-32/hr. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr