Ophthalmology Vet Assistant — Specialty Care & CE

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance and wellness

Job summary

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Care Center in Largo, FL seeks a Veterinary Ophthalmology Assistant to support our ophthalmology team with diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, and client education. The role emphasizes patient safety and precise medical documentation.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of veterinary technician experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience as a veterinary technician.
• Proficiency in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the team.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document complete patient histories and presenting concerns.
• Assist with ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing (tonometry, Schirmer, fluorescein staining).
• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and surgery.
• Assist the ophthalmologist during examinations, procedures, and surgical cases.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery per hospital protocols.
• Prepare and dispense medications per prescribed plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records and provide client education on treatments and follow-up.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment areas and assist with admissions/discharges.
• Support team with collaboration, mentorship, and policy adherence.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Anesthesia skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Patient safety focus

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Care Center in Largo, FL seeks a Veterinary Ophthalmology Assistant to support our ophthalmology team with diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, and client education. The role emphasizes patient safety and precise medical documentation.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of veterinary technician experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty hospital setting.