Ophthalmology Vet Tech: Vision Care and Surgical Specialist

BluePearl Holdings LLC; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet insurance

Associate discounts

Continuing education allowance

BluePearl University access

Flexible schedules

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Langhorne, PA is seeking an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to diagnose and treat ocular diseases in companion animals.

You will perform basic and advanced ophthalmic diagnostic tests, assist with outpatient and surgical procedures, place IV catheters for sedation or anesthesia, and educate clients about their pet’s eye health while maintaining specialized equipment.

Responsibilities

• 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 from outpatient to basic/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
• Place IV catheters and fluids, administer drugs, and monitor sedation/anesthesia (CRIs, paralytics, ventilation)
• Anesthesia training is available with help from our anesthesia specialist
• Help organize and maintain specialized ophthalmic equipment and supplies
• Educate clients on their pet’s ocular disease and care

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Langhorne, PA is seeking an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to diagnose and treat ocular diseases in companion animals.

You will perform basic and advanced ophthalmic diagnostic tests, assist with outpatient and surgical procedures, place IV catheters for sedation or anesthesia, and educate clients about their pet’s eye health while maintaining specialized equipment.