Certified Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Eye Care for Animals, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself. About the Clinic We are a community of 360+ clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. Who We Are At Eye Care for Animals, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network. If you love working with animals and are looking to advance your career within the veterinary field, 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. Role Responsibilities Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. 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. Experience & Skills Requirements Licensed Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) required. 2 years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience (direct animal/patient care required). Proficient in IV catheter 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. Friendly, kind and provide trustworthy communication to the patients, team members and clients. Desire to constantly grow and advance as a veterinary technician. Typical hours are 32 hours a week, Monday through Thursday. You’ll Grow with Us Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU. Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills. A program to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital. Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians. Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement. With many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare. Benefits – Our Care In Action Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement leave, 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 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 waiting period to enroll. Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete. Thrive Pet Healthcare celebrates and embraces the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered. Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an hourly pay rate starting at $20–28 per hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thrive Pet Healthcare