Veterinary Technician Assistant

Veterinary Technician Assistant (Ophthalmology)

Eye Care for Animals - Gilbert

The specialists at Eye Care for Animals are committed to delivering top-notch veterinary ophthalmology services specifically tailored for the residents of Gilbert, Arizona. Our board-certified and associate doctors prioritize the utmost level of care, education, and understanding to our clients, their beloved pets, and the referring veterinarians within the Gilbert community.

As a Veterinary Technician Assistant, 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.

• 1+ year of professional animal handling experience (veterinary, shelter, kennel, or grooming setting is a strong plus).
• OR a current student/graduate of a veterinary assistant program.
• Exceptional communication skills and a compassionate, team-oriented attitude.
• Willingness to learn medical procedures and software systems.

• Clinical Support:
  Assist veterinarians and technicians in exam rooms by taking patient histories, preparing rooms, and providing compassionate, safe animal restraint.
• Facility & Surgical Maintenance:
  Ensure a clean, sanitary, and organized environment. Duties include cleaning and stocking exam rooms, kennels, and the surgical suite, as well as handling and packing sterilized surgical instruments.
• Client Care & Communication:
  Provide exceptional client service by reviewing discharge instructions, explaining medications, and answering routine questions.
• Administrative Duties:
  Support front office operations as needed, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, processing check‑ins/outs, and managing medication refills.

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 designed 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

And, with so 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.

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• 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!

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…