Ophthalmology Vet Tech: Vision Restoration & Surgeries

Brief Media, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet insurance

Continued education allowance

Free continuing education sessions

BluePearl University access

Flexible work schedules

401k and retirement planning

Paid time off and floating holidays

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Atlanta is seeking an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to help diagnose and treat ophthalmic diseases in companion animals.

You will perform basic and advanced ophthalmic tests, assist with outpatient procedures and surgeries, monitor anesthesia, organize equipment, and educate clients about eye care. This role includes anesthesia training and collaboration with a skilled veterinary team.

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 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 route, perform and monitor sedation/anesthesia (with advances skills including constant rate infusions, paralytics, ventilation, etc.)
• Anesthesia training is available with help or our anesthesia specialist
• Help organize and maintain specialized ophthalmic equipment and supplies
• Be the frontline in educating clients on their pet's ocular disease and care

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Atlanta is seeking an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to help diagnose and treat ophthalmic diseases in companion animals.

You will perform basic and advanced ophthalmic tests, assist with outpatient procedures and surgeries, monitor anesthesia, organize equipment, and educate clients about eye care. This role includes anesthesia training and collaboration with a skilled veterinary team.