Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Eye Institute (VEI) is the leading veterinarian‑owned and led network of stand‑alone ophthalmology practices. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. We treat conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, uveitis, ulcers, sudden blindness, and more. We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team.

Proposed

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m.‑5:00 p.m. or Monday‑Friday 8:30 a.m.‑5:30 p.m.

The Ophthalmology team is unique in that it specializes in appointment‑based patient care as well as assisting and preparing for surgeries. Ophthalmology is a fast‑paced service with a high caseload, alternating between appointment and surgery days.

• Prioritize caseload and patient care, and prepare and check charts for appropriate paperwork.
• Obtain vitals and perform ocular testing.
• Assist with surgical procedures.
• Prepare, call in or create written prescriptions.
• Apply knowledge of various routes of drug administration; calculate and administer injections and fluids.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring (placing monitoring equipment, understanding and evaluating values, manually monitoring patient if necessary).
• Provide pre‑ and post‑surgical patient care and patient recovery.
• Maintain surgical OR equipment and instruments, including cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, and organizing.
• Perform client callbacks.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior veterinary experience required; previous ophthalmology experience desired.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant‑rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.).
• Flexibility with work hours and ability to work additional hours when necessary.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills and ability to anticipate needs inter‑ and intra‑departmentally.
• Ability to stay on task and work energetically for the entire shift, sometimes up to 10 hours per day.
• Eager to learn more about diseases and medication specific to ophthalmology.

• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) with employer match
• Elective short‑term disability and company‑paid long‑term disability
• Elective Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials and On‑call Pay
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance
• Continuing education opportunities and assistance program
• Strong career growth and personal development opportunities

Come as you are.

VEI is an equal‑opportunity employer.

We are also a drug‑free organization; therefore, employment with VEI is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check.

VEI does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters.