Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Employer-sponsored childcare

Discretionary funds and free CE courses

Veterinary service discounts

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a full-time Veterinary Ophthalmology Technician in Houston, TX. In this role, you will handle patient care, perform laboratory procedures, and ensure compliance with operational protocols.

The ideal candidate should have previous veterinary experience, excellent communication skills, and be proficient in IV catheter placement and anesthesia monitoring. The position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary technician/assistant experience required.
• Licensed Technician preferred, but not required.
• Team player, eager to learn, self-motivated.
• Ability to multitask with a smile.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of patient care tasks including animal handling and pre- and post-operative care.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgeries.
• Communicate effectively with clients and prepare medications.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

IV catheter placement

Monitoring anesthesia

Excellent communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Job description

Veterinary Ophthalmology Technician – Houston, TX

Eye Care for Animals, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is seeking a full‑time Veterinary Technician specializing in ophthalmology.

Job Overview

The Veterinary Technician will perform a variety of patient care and customer service tasks including animal handling, pre‑ and post‑operative care, laboratory procedures, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, medication preparation, and client communication. The role also involves creating and presenting financial options, accurately entering service charges into the client processing database, and ensuring compliance with all operational protocols.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary technician/assistant experience required.
• Licensed Technician preferred, but not required.
• Proficient in IV catheter placement, blood work, and IV, IM, and SQ injections.
• Proficient in monitoring anesthesia and working with various monitoring equipment.
• Team player.
• Eager to learn, self‑motivated.
• Enjoys a challenging and fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (email, uploading/downloading files, typing, etc.).
• Ability to multitask with a smile.

Compensation

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience; the actual rate will consider skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health.
• Paid parental leave.
• Purr-ental leave for pet adoption.
• Employer‑sponsored childcare and elder care.
• Personalized care for every family‑forming journey.
• Discretionary funds and free CE courses.
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts.
• Student loan management tools and assistance.