Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician — Vision Care Specialist

BluePearl Holdings LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet insurance

Career advancement

CE allowance

BluePearl University

Lyra mental health support

Scrub allowance

Referral bonus

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Pittsburgh (North Hills) is seeking an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to diagnose and treat eye diseases in companion animals. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $40.50 per hour, with progression based on experience and the CareerTrax leveling system.

VTS credentialing may advance compensation. The role includes performing ophthalmic diagnostics, assisting with a range of procedures from outpatient to complex surgeries, and supporting anesthesia and client education.

Qualifications

• Perform basic ophthalmic diagnostic tests (tear quantity, glaucoma testing, ulcer testing).
• Perform advanced ophthalmic diagnostic testing (retinal function).
• Assist with procedures and surgeries from outpatient to complex surgeries.
• Support sedation/anesthesia with IV access and drug administration.
• Maintain ophthalmic equipment and educate clients on eye care.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic ophthalmic diagnostic tests and assist with detailed ocular exams.
• Perform advanced ophthalmic tests.
• Set up and assist with outpatient and surgical ophthalmic procedures.
• Assist with eyelid, cherry eye, corneal grafts, cataract, retinal, glaucoma surgeries.
• Place IV catheters and monitor anesthesia when sedated or under anesthesia.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Advanced diagnostics

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia support

Equipment management

Client education

IV catheter placement

Outpatient procedures

Sedation monitoring

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Pittsburgh (North Hills) is seeking an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to diagnose and treat eye diseases in companion animals. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $40.50 per hour, with progression based on experience and the CareerTrax leveling system.

VTS credentialing may advance compensation. The role includes performing ophthalmic diagnostics, assisting with a range of procedures from outpatient to complex surgeries, and supporting anesthesia and client education.