Certified Veterinary Technician - Lead - Ophthalmology

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

HSA & FSA

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave (8 weeks)

Pet bereavement leave

CE support

Thrive CE courses

Mental health resources

Backup care

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

The Animal Eye Doctor in Beaverton, OR, part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician to join as Co-PracticeLead. You will lead the veterinary support staff and collaborate with doctors in ophthalmology.

This full-time, on-site role offers an hourly rate of $28.00 - $36.00, with growth opportunities through mentorship, continuing education, and a supportive, nationwide network.

Qualifications

• Current CVT credential in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on veterinary technician experience.
• Strong technical skills, including anesthesia and patient monitoring.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to mentor, support, and provide guidance to team members.
• Interest in growing within a veterinary leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership and guidance to veterinary support staff.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop team members.
• Conduct coaching conversations, performance evaluations, and employee development planning.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaged hospital culture.
• Assist with scheduling, payroll processing, and staffing management.
• Support hospital operational goals and key performance benchmarks.
• Partner with doctors and regional leadership to drive hospital success.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration throughout the team.
• Address employee concerns professionally and constructively.
• Deliver exceptional nursing care and patient advocacy.
• Assist veterinarians with ophthalmology procedures and treatments.
• Monitor and manage anesthesia cases with confidence and accuracy.
• Obtain and interpret patient vital signs during procedures, including Blood Pressure, ECG, SpO2, ETCO2.
• Recognize changes in patient status and communicate concerns proactively.
• Perform diagnostic and treatment procedures with a high level of technical proficiency.
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation.
• Ensure a safe, compassionate, and low-stress experience for patients and clients.

Skills

CVT credential

3+ years experience

Anesthesia & monitoring

Communication

Mentoring

Leadership growth

Job description

Description

The Animal Eye Doctor

Position: Certified Veterinary Technician /Co-PracticeLead

Full-Time

Join Our Team

If you are looking for a unique leadership opportunity where you canlead, mentor, and grow while practicing at the top of your license, The Animal Eye Doctor wants to meet you.

AtThe Animal Eye Doctor, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we are committed to delivering exceptional specialty care while fostering asupportive, collaborative, and growth-focused environmentfor our team.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership and guidance to veterinary support staff
• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop team members
• Conduct coaching conversations, performance evaluations, and employee development planning
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaged hospital culture
• Assist with scheduling, payroll processing, and staffing management
• Support hospital operational goals and key performance benchmarks
• Partner with doctors and regional leadership to drive hospital success
• Promote effective communication and collaboration throughout the team
• Address employee concerns professionally and constructively

Veterinary Technician Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care and patient advocacy
• Assist veterinarians with specialty ophthalmology procedures and treatments
• Monitor and manage anesthesia cases with confidence and accuracy
• Obtain and interpret patient vital signs during procedures, including:
  • Blood Pressure
  • ECG
  • SpO2
  • ETCO2
• Recognize changes in patient status and communicate concerns proactively
• Perform diagnostic and treatment procedures with a high level of technical proficiency
• Maintain accurate medical records and patient documentation
• Ensure a safe, compassionate, and low-stress experience for patients and clients

Qualifications

Required

• Current CVT credential in good standing
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on veterinary technician experience
• Strong technical skills, including anesthesia and patient monitoring
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to mentor, support, and provide guidance to team members
• Interest in growing within a veterinary leadership role

Leadership experience is strongly preferred, but we are open to experienced CVTs who have demonstrated leadership skills and are ready to take the next step in their career.

Preferred

• Previous lead, supervisory, or management experience
• Specialty or ophthalmology experience

No ophthalmology experience? That's okay! We can provide training in veterinary ophthalmology for an experienced CVT who is the right fit for our team.

Career Growth Starts Here

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we're committed to helping our team members build rewarding careers. Through mentorship, continuing education, and career development pathways, you'll have access to opportunities that help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

Whether you're interested in advancing your leadership career, developing specialty expertise, or exploring opportunities across our nationwide network, we're here to support your journey.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $28.00 - $36.00 per hour

Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including experience, credentials, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Paid time off
• Eight weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Pet bereavement leave
• Time off for new pet adoptions
• Continuing education support and paid CE time
• Free CE courses through Thrive learning programs
• Mental health resources including coaching and therapy sessions
• Subsidized backup care for children, adults, and pets
• Employee pet discounts, free exams, and additional pet care perks

About Thrive Pet Healthcare

Thrive Pet Healthcare is anationwide network of over 360 veterinary hospitals, providing a full continuum of care across primary, specialty, and emergency services.

Founded by veterinarians, Thrive is committed to supporting the people who care for pets throughindustry-leading benefits, innovation, and a collaborative community.

Ready to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on pets, clients, and your team?