Veterinary Technician - Relief

Veterinary Technician-Relief (Ophthalmology) Eye Care for Animals - Pearland

Eye Care for Animals is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our INCREDIBLE team! The doctors at Eye Care for Animals are dedicated to providing the finest in veterinary ophthalmology services to Pearland, Texas. Our board‑certified and associate doctors prioritize the highest level of care, education, and understanding to our clients, their pets, and our referring veterinarians.

As a Veterinary Technician you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing care for our precious patients. Your work will range from hands‑on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

• 2 years of continuous veterinary technician/assistant experience (direct animal/patient care required)
• CVT/RVT/LVT preferred
• Proficient in IV catheters 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
• Have a positive, kind attitude and provide trustworthy communication to patients, team members, and clients
• Have the desire to constantly grow and advance as a veterinary technician

• 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.

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skill‑set 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 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

• 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, 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

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 life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry‑first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative…