Ophthalmology Technician

Nrvets; Hardeeville (SC); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Continuing education credits

Health savings account

Job summary

New River Veterinary Specialists in Hardeeville, SC seeks an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to join a busy ophthalmology department. You will assist with exams, diagnostics, anesthesia, and surgeries, collaborating closely with our ophthalmologist and support staff.

Requirements include a minimum of 2 years in an emergency or specialty hospital or LVT/CVT/RVT with ophthalmology exposure. Benefits include health and vision insurance, paid time off, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in an emergency or specialty hospital preferred.
• Licensed veterinary technician credentials required (LVT/CVT/RVT).
• Ophthalmology experience is highly valued for this role.
• Strong client communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic ophthalmic diagnostic tests (tear test, glaucoma testing, ulcer testing).
• Perform advanced ophthalmic diagnostic testing (retinal function, etc.).
• Set up and assist with ophthalmology procedures and surgeries.
• Handle outpatient procedures and select surgeries (eyelid surgery, cataract, glaucoma).
• Support anesthesia with monitoring and IV access as needed.
• Educate clients about the pet's ocular health and care.

Skills

Client communication

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Ophthalmology experience

Anesthesia skills

Surgical knowledge

Education

LVT/CVT/RVT with ophthalmology experience

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Live where other people come to vacation and love where you work! New River Veterinary Specialists located in Hardeeville, SC is actively hiring Ophthalmology veterinary technicians to our team. Come join our already amazing team of technicians, assistants, CSRs and DVM’s!

New River Veterinary Specialists opened in June 2022 and is a custom-built 15,000-square foot, state-of-the-art facility located 12 miles from the beaches of Hilton Head and 25 minutes to Savannah, GA. We are actively hiring licensed, credentialed, or experienced veterinary technicians to join our ophthalmology department. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about veterinary medicine, hard-working, compassionate, and empathetic with people as well as animals, reliable, organized, enjoy client communication and work well with our diverse team.

New River is equipped with all the advanced technology you’d expect from a custom-built state-of-the‑art facility. Including a USP 800 biological cabinet and oncology suite, full in‑house lab, 16‑slice helical CT, 1.5 Tesla MRI, fluoroscopy, interventional radiology suite, multiple ultrasounds, in‑house blood bank and component therapy, arthroscopy, laparoscopy, minimally invasive surgery, full‑service sports medicine and rehabilitation department, and a dedicated intensive care unit including long‑term mechanical ventilation.

The NRVS team currently includes 2 Internists, 1.5 Criticalists, 2 Surgeons (1 also Certified in Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine), 2 Neurologists, 9 Emergency doctors, one VTS‑ECC, and an amazing team of technicians, assistants and CSRs. Ophthalmology technicians will work directly with our Ophthalmologist while also participating in eye exams, patient care, diagnostic tests, general anesthesia of ophthalmology patients, and client education. Natural skills with small animals are a must, but we are also looking for someone who has great communication skills with clients and their fellow team members. This position also requires someone self‑motivated, a quick thinker and can multitask in high‑paced environments. We are looking for Ophthalmology technicians who are proficient with the following skill sets:

As an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician, you will:

• Perform basic ophthalmic diagnostic tests (tear quantity, glaucoma testing, ulcer testing) and help hold patients for detailed ocular exam
• Perform advanced ophthalmic diagnostic testing (retinal electrical function, etc.)
• Set-up and assist with procedures and surgeries that restore comfort and vision ranging from outpatient procedures to basic and complex surgeries
• Outpatient procedures: diamond burr debridement (to stimulate corneal healing), CO2 laser (to remove eyelid margin masses)
• Surgical procedures including eyelid surgeries, cherry eye surgery, corneal grafts, cataract surgery, retinal surgery, glaucoma surgery
• For patients undergoing sedation or anesthesia, place IV catheters and fluids, administer drugs through various routes, and perform and monitor sedation/anesthesia (with advanced skills including constant rate infusions, paralytics, ventilation, etc.)
• Anesthesia training is available with the help of our Training Coordinator
• Help organize and maintain specialized ophthalmic equipment and supplies
• Be the frontline in educating clients on their pet’s ocular disease and care

A minimum of 2 years of emergency/specialty hospital is required or an LVT/CVT/RVT with previous ophthalmology experience. Experienced LVT with strong surgical knowledge and anesthesia skills is a must.

Check out our websitefor additional information about us and the standard of care that we represent. All applicants must have a resume and references to be considered.

Inquiries are treated with complete confidentiality.
Job Type:Full-time
Salary:$22.00 – $32.00 per hour
Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10-hour shifts

Job Type:Full-time
Pay:$22.00 – $32.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

• Hardeeville, SC 29927: Relocate before starting work (Required)