Registered Veterinary Technician-Ophthalmology

MassVet; Santa Rosa (CA); Sur place; USD 47 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Eight weeks of paid parental leave

Pet bereavement leave

CE support and paid CE time

Free CE courses through Thrive

Résumé du poste

Eye Care for Animals Santa Rosa is seeking a Veterinary Technician/RVT to join our ophthalmology team in a full-time role. We welcome experienced technicians who enjoy anesthesia, surgery, and hands-on patient care, and we will train candidates new to ophthalmology.

This position offers roughly 40 hours per week with typical hours Monday–Friday, and occasional after-hours coverage. Join a team dedicated to advancing specialty eye care and client service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
• California RVT license preferred but not required.
• Familiar with anesthesia monitoring and IV catheter placement.

Responsabilités

• Assist ophthalmic examinations and procedures.
• Place IV catheters and obtain blood samples.
• Administer IV, IM, and SQ medications.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical patients.
• Provide pre- and post-operative patient care.
• Prepare medications.
• Educate and communicate with clients.
• Prepare and review treatment estimates.
• Maintain accurate patient and client records.

Connaissances

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Formation

California RVT license (preferred)

Description du poste

Veterinary Technician / RVT - Ophthalmology

Full Time | Approximately 40 Hours/Week | $34-40/hour

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or RVT looking to expand your skills and experience specialty medicine?

Eye Care for Animals Santa Rosa is looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our ophthalmology team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys anesthesia, surgery, hands‑on patient care, and learning new skills in a specialty setting.

Ophthalmology experience is not required - we will train you!

Schedule

This position is approximately 40 hours per week, typically 5 days per week.

The hospital operates Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Occasional after-hours or on‑call coverage may be needed.

What You'll Do

As part of our ophthalmology team, you'll work alongside our doctors and team to provide specialized care for patients with a variety of eye conditions.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with ophthalmic examinations and procedures


• Placing IV catheters and obtaining blood samples


• Administering IV, IM, and SQ medications


• Monitoring anesthesia and assisting with surgical patients


• Providing pre- and post-operative patient care


• Preparing medications


• Educating and communicating with clients


• Preparing and reviewing treatment estimates


• Maintaining accurate patient and client records

What We're Looking For

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience


• California RVT license preferred, but not required


• Experience with anesthesia monitoring


• Comfortable with IV catheter placement, blood draws, and medication administration


• Strong communication and client-service skills


• Dependable and team-oriented


• Interested in learning and developing new technical skills


• Able to work effectively in a fast‑paced specialty environment

Why Eye Care for Animals?

Veterinary ophthalmology gives technicians the opportunity to build advanced skills in specialty medicine, anesthesia, surgery, diagnostics, and patient care.

We are committed to supporting the growth and development of our team and providing an environment where technicians can continue learning throughout their careers.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your mental, physical, emotional, and financial well‑being.

Highlights include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• 401(k) with employer contribution and no waiting period


• Paid time off


• Eight weeks of fully paid parental leave


• Pet bereavement leave


• Time off for new pet adoptions


• Continuing education support and paid CE time


• Free CE courses through Thrive learning programs


• Mental health resources including coaching and therapy sessions


• Subsidized backup care for children, adults, and pets


• Employee pet discounts, free exams, and additional pet care perks