Ophthalmology Veterinary Technichian

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Vision & Dental

HSA/FSA

401k Match

PTO

On-call Pay

Uniform Allowance

Pet Discounts

Pet Insurance

Disability/Life Insurance

Continuing Education

Job summary

MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets in Dallas seeks an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to support the specialty clinic, perform ocular testing, assist surgeries, and provide compassionate patient care. The role emphasizes accurate charting, restraining animals during examinations, and assisting with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anesthesia readiness.

State Registered Veterinary Technician license is required; ophthalmology experience preferred; strong math and communication

Qualifications

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license required.
• Prior veterinary experience required, ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Prioritize caseload and patient care and prepare and check charts for appropriate paperwork.
• Restrain and assist during examinations.
• Obtain vitals and perform ocular testing.
• Assist with Venipuncture, IV Catheter placement and surgical procedures.
• Potential for additional training in anesthesia and sedation.
• Prepare, call in or create written prescriptions.
• Coordinate interdepartmental communication, services, patient transfers and consults.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Venipuncture

IV Catheterization

Patient Restraint

Education

State Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and radiation, cardiac ablations, treatments for glaucoma, physical rehabilitation, dermatology and so much more! We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical team.

We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done. Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates.

We are looking for: Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday 7:30a-5:30p

The Ophthalmology team is unique in that it specializes in appointment-based patient care, as well as assisting and preparing for surgeries. Ophthalmology is a fast-paced service with a high caseload, alternating between appointment and surgery days. You could assist with tonometry, corneal stains, Schirmer tear testing, as well as TPRs and chemical ablations.

What you’ll do:

• Prioritize caseload and patient care and prepare and check charts for appropriate paperwork.
• Restrain and assist during examinations.
• Obtain vitals and perform ocular testing.
• Assist with Venipuncture, IV Catheter placement and surgical procedures.
• Potential for additional training in anesthesia and sedation.
• Prepare, call in or create written prescriptions.
• Coordinate interdepartmental communication, services, patient transfers and consults.

Who are you:

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license required.
• Prior veterinary experience required, previous ophthalmology experience desired.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
• Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Perks and Benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Vision and Dental
• HSA, FSA and Independent Care Spending
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials and On-call Pay
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance
• Elective Short-Term Disability, Life and Accident Insurance and company paid Long Term Disability
• Continuing Education Opportunities and Assistance Program

Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check.