Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

Fetch Veterinary; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

401K with Match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Family Leave

Disability Insurance

EAP

Pet Discount

Pet Wellness Plan

Continuing Education

Uniform Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Fetch Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centers is expanding its Ophthalmology Service in Clearwater and is seeking a team member committed to delivering exceptional eye care. You will work closely with our ophthalmology team to assist examinations, diagnostic tests, procedures, and treatments, ensuring a positive client experience.

Responsibilities include monitoring anesthesia during ophthalmic surgeries, assisting with exams and treatments, handling medications, maintaining records, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) is preferred.
• Experience in veterinary ophthalmology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia and support patients during ophthalmic surgeries and sedated procedures.
• Assist veterinarians with ophthalmic exams, diagnostics, and specialized treatment procedures.
• Administer medications, collect samples, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Restrain and handle patients safely while ensuring comfort during exams.
• Educate pet owners on post-procedure care, medications, and follow-up instructions.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CVT/LVT/RVT certification preferred

Job description

Fetch Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centers is a family-owned network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals dedicated to providing advanced, compassionate care across a range of disciplines, including emergency and critical care, ophthalmology, oncology, surgery, and internal medicine.

We are excited to grow our Ophthalmology Service in Clearwater and are looking for a team member who wants to be part of building and supporting this specialized service.

In this role, you will work closely with our ophthalmology team to provide exceptional patient care and a positive client experience. You will assist with examinations, diagnostic testing, procedures, and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia and support patients during ophthalmic surgeries and sedated procedures.
• Assist veterinarians with ophthalmic exams, diagnostics, and specialized treatment procedures.
• Administer medications, collect samples, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Restrain and handle patients safely while ensuring comfort during exams.
• Educate pet owners on post-procedure care, medications, and follow-up instructions.

• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Certification as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT) is preferred.
• Experience in veterinary ophthalmology is a plus.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Safe Harbor 401K with Company Match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Personal)
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Team member Pet Discount
• Pet Wellness Plan
• Continuing Education
• Uniform AllowanceTuition Reimbursement