Ophthalmology Veterinary Assistant – Surgical & Care Team

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Veterinary service and pet care-discc

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance and wellness

Job summary

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Care Center is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Ophthalmology Assistant to join our Ophthalmology team in Largo, FL. Work closely with our ophthalmologist to provide exceptional patient care, diagnostics, treatments, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to safety and high-quality care in a specialty hospital environment. Prior ophthalmology or surgical experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 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 veterinary team.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality patient care.
• Preferred: ophthalmology, surgical, or specialty experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document complete patient histories and presenting concerns.
• Assist with ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing (tonometry, Schirmer, fluorescein).
• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and surgery.
• Assist the ophthalmologist during examinations, procedures, and surgical cases.
• Monitor anesthesia and patient recovery per hospital protocols.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
• Prepare and dispense medications according to prescribed plans.
• Maintain complete, accurate medical records and client education.
• Support patient flow, admissions, discharges, and room turnover.
• Maintain clean, stocked treatment areas and assist the team as needed.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Client service

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Independent work

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Care Center is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Ophthalmology Assistant to join our Ophthalmology team in Largo, FL. Work closely with our ophthalmologist to provide exceptional patient care, diagnostics, treatments, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to safety and high-quality care in a specialty hospital environment. Prior ophthalmology or surgical experience is a plus.