Ophthalmology Vet Technician: Fast-Paced Specialty Care

Ethos Veterinary Health; Byron Township (MI); In loco; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Pet insurance discount

CE allowance

Licenses covered

Paid Time Off

Mentorship & in-house CE

Descrizione del lavoro

Ethos Veterinary Health's Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Byron Center is seeking a Veterinary Technician, Ophthalmology to support ophthalmology services, anesthesia, and surgical procedures in a fast-paced specialty emergency setting.

You will assist the Ophthalmologist, perform venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, post-operative care, educate clients, and help maintain sterile technique while providing compassionate care to hospitalized pets.

Competenze

• Minimum 2 years of relevant veterinary technical experience.
• Advanced skill set in ophthalmology preferred.
• Strong anesthesia knowledge and surgical support experience.
• Ability to lift and restrain animals up to 40 lbs.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• LVT preferred but not required.

Mansioni

• Assist the Ophthalmologist during appointments and surgical procedures
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration
• Provide surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring, and post-op care
• Support patient restraint, comfort, and general nursing care
• Educate clients on patient conditions and post-operative instructions
• Conduct specialized ophthalmic diagnostics (e.g., Schirmer tear tests, tonometry, ocular ultrasound, ERG), if trained
• Maintain sterile field and perform sterile scrubs
• Accurately maintain patient records and documentation
• Participate in staff training and ongoing professional development
• Support hospital cleanliness, inventory, and safety protocols

Conoscenze

Anesthesia knowledge

Surgical support

Ophthalmology experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Formazione

LVT preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

Ethos Veterinary Health's Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Byron Center is seeking a Veterinary Technician, Ophthalmology to support ophthalmology services, anesthesia, and surgical procedures in a fast-paced specialty emergency setting.

You will assist the Ophthalmologist, perform venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, post-operative care, educate clients, and help maintain sterile technique while providing compassionate care to hospitalized pets.