Veterinary Ophthalmology Assistant

Mission Pet Health; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Animal Ophthalmology Clinic in Grapevine, TX is seeking an Ophthalmology Veterinary Assistant to support ophthalmologists, technicians, and clients in a referral-focused setting. You will aid exams, procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and medication administration in a high-skill specialty clinic.

Join a dedicated team that values continuous learning, accurate record-keeping, and compassionate patient care, with opportunities to grow alongside board-certified ophthalmologists and residents in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years old.
• Veterinary assistant experience required; ophthalmic or surgical environment experience is a plus.
• Calm and efficient under fast-paced, sometimes stressful conditions.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Physical capability to lift.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologists and technicians with patient exams, triage, ophthalmic procedures, anesthesia or sedation monitoring, and medications.
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures; assist with positioning, restraint, medications, eye drops, and equipment sterilization.
• Support diagnostic testing such as Schirmer tests, tonometry, fluorescein staining, and document findings.
• Monitor patients during recovery, assist with pain management, and maintain a clean, sterile facility.
• Discharge patients, review post-procedure plans and home care, and assist with scheduling and client communication.
• Maintain medical records, prescriptions, invoices, and assist with inventory and turnover.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Efficient approach

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to lift

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Animal Ophthalmology Clinic in Grapevine, Texas, invites you to join a world-class specialty practice dedicated to complex ocular care and compassionate service. Our mission centers on providing the highest quality veterinary medicine for pet wellness, surgery, and emergency cases, maintaining the absolute trust of both clients and referring veterinarians in the DFW area. The community’s confidence is reflected in our exceptional 4.9-star Google rating. When you join our organization, you are choosing a career where you can truly succeed alongside some of the best specialty professionals in the field. We understand that to provide elite specialty medicine, we must invest heavily in our teammates. You will be integrated into a highly dedicated and trained group, working side-by-side with board-certified Veterinary Ophthalmologists and a Resident. We have structured our workflow to be highly consultative, encouraging you to call at any time to confer regarding cases or concerns. This environment ensures you have constant access to specialized knowledge, allowing you to grow your skills rapidly and feel confident and empowered in every clinical decision. The standard of care we offer is rooted in advanced techniques and state-of-the-art equipment utilized in ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment. As a specialty clinic, you will manage challenging cases ranging from complex ocular diseases and surgeries to critical emergencies. Our dedication to quality extends beyond immediate patient needs; we actively work with breeders on identifying and eliminating hereditary ocular diseases. This deep commitment to specialized medicine ensures that you are constantly challenged and exposed to the leading edge of veterinary science. Choosing to work in Grapevine, TX, places you in a desirable community right within the dynamic Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. This location offers the perfect balance of professional rigor and accessibility to a wide range of urban amenities, travel options, and recreational opportunities throughout the region. You will be part of an expanding organization, ready to grow with us as we increase our footprint within the DFW area, positioning you for long-term career success within a flourishing specialty network.

Your Impact as an Ophthalmology Veterinary Assistant

• Deliver Hands-On Clinical Support: You'll assist ophthalmologists and technicians with patient exams, triage, ophthalmic procedures, and anesthesia or sedation monitoring, as well as administering oral and topical medications.
• Prepare and Support Every Procedure: You'll prepare patients for ophthalmic exams and procedures, assist with positioning and gentle restraint for delicate eye work, administer ophthalmic medications and eye drops, and help with instrument cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of specialized ophthalmic equipment.
• Support Ophthalmic Diagnostic Testing: You'll assist with ophthalmic diagnostic testing such as Schirmer tear tests, tonometry (intraocular pressure measurement), and fluorescein staining, and support accurate documentation of findings throughout each exam.
• Provide Post-Procedure and Compassionate Care: You'll monitor patients during recovery, support pain management, and ensure patient comfort—all while maintaining a clean, organized, and sterile facility.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll discharge patients, review post-procedure treatment plans, at-home eye care and medication administration, and follow-up instructions with clients, and assist with client service operations such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Drive Operational Excellence: You'll accurately maintain medical records, prescriptions, and invoices using our computer systems, support procedure room turnover, help monitor ophthalmic supply inventory, and assist with training new teammates.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years old).
• Veterinary assistant experience is required; experience in an ophthalmic or surgical environment is a plus.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• The physical capability to lift