Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician

Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Professional development

Mental health resources

Bonding leave

Pet care discounts

Diagnostics discounts

Purina discounts

Pet insurance partner rates

Job summary

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners in Allentown is expanding its Ophthalmology department and seeks a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) who thrives in a fast-paced specialty setting and values precision in patient care.

You’ll assist with comprehensive ophthalmic examinations, prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia, support microsurgical work, and educate clients on post‑op care while maintaining accurate medical records. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician required for this ophthalmology role.
• Experience in specialty or emergency medicine is preferred but not required for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with comprehensive ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing
• Prepare patients for ophthalmic procedures and surgeries
• Induce, maintain, and monitor anesthesia for ophthalmic surgical procedures
• Assist with microsurgical procedures using specialized ophthalmic equipment
• Perform ophthalmic diagnostics, including tonometry, Schirmer tear tests, fluorescein staining, and ocular imaging
• Provide exceptional nursing care before, during, and after procedures
• Educate clients on medications, postoperative care, and long-term management of eye conditions
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Collaborate closely with doctors and team members to ensure outstanding patient care

Skills

Anesthesia skills

Patient monitoring

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Communication

Teamwork

Ophthalmic procedures

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT certification

Job description

At EPVMC, we were built with one goal in mind: to create a place where advanced medicine, collaboration, and patient care come together under one roof. What started as a vision has grown into a 24/7 specialty and emergency hospital, where teams work side by side to provide the highest level of care for our patients and support to one another.

As we continue to grow, our Ophthalmology Department is expanding. We are looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) who thrives in a fast-paced, specialty environment and has a passion for precision, patient advocacy, and advanced ophthalmic care.

About the Role

This is not a routine veterinary nursing position. Ophthalmology combines advanced diagnostics, microsurgical procedures, and specialized patient care. You'll work alongside board-certified veterinary ophthalmologists and anesthesiologists, assisting with everything from routine eye examinations to complex ocular surgeries that help restore comfort and vision.

What You'll Do

• Assist with comprehensive ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic testing
• Prepare patients for ophthalmic procedures and surgeries
• Induce, maintain, and monitor anesthesia for ophthalmic surgical procedures
• Assist with microsurgical procedures using specialized ophthalmic equipment
• Perform ophthalmic diagnostics, including tonometry, Schirmer tear tests, fluorescein staining, and ocular imaging
• Provide exceptional nursing care before, during, and after procedures
• Educate clients on medications, postoperative care, and long-term management of eye conditions
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Collaborate closely with doctors and team members to ensure outstanding patient care

What We're Looking For

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT required)
• Strong anesthesia and patient monitoring skills
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to precision
• Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced specialty setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn advanced ophthalmic procedures and techniques

Experience in specialty or emergency medicine is preferred but not required for the right candidate with a strong foundation and eagerness to learn.

Pay Scale: $25.00 to $28.00/hour

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) witha totalcompany matchup to 4%, after 6 months of employment
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support
• Mental Health Resources
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave

Because we know how much your pets mean to you, we offer special benefits designed just for them:

• Pet Care:Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Diagnostics:Savings on reference lab testing
• Nutrition:Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Insurance:Preferred rates with our pet insurance partner

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow our staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Joining our fun and team first atmosphere comes with a level of support that's hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose, down to the way we invest in our people and create long overdue change in the industry. We're focused on supporting our professionals so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and a background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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