Veterinary Technician Ophthalmology

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; South Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CE allowance

Licensure support

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

VCA South Shore Weymouth Specialty Animals Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to join our full-time team. This position offers a generous sign-on bonus and a path to Veterinary Technician Specialty with hospital support for ongoing training.

Our collaborative, growth‑minded environment emphasizes gold‑standard medicine and exceptional patient care across specialties, including ophthalmology, cardiology, imaging, neurology and surgery.

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary technician in ophthalmology.
• Willing to pursue Veterinary Technician Specialty.
• Strong patient care and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Procedural anesthesia monitoring.
• ocular diagnostic testing and interpretation.
• Collect patient histories and perform thorough exams.
• Venipuncture and IVC placement.
• Radiology with safety.
• Collaborate with hospital teams.
• Provide compassionate patient care.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Physical exams

Radiology safety

Team collaboration

Patient care

CT

MRI

Tools

CT

MRI

Job description

You will receive a one-time sign-on bonus of $4,000.

VCA South Shore Weymouth Specialty Animals Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic experienced veterinary technician to join our growing Ophthalmology team full time!

Do you thrive in an environment that promotes and encourages growth and development? At VCA South Shore we strongly believe in training and development for all associates! Our team is collaborative, supportive, and progressive and we want to give you the opportunity to expand your skills and follow your dreams at our 24-hour Emergency / Specialty / and General Practice hospital.

Are you interested in obtaining your Veterinary Technician Specialty? We have the ability to support the most advanced cases with cutting‑edge technology utilizing our CT, and MRI capabilities. We support full technician skill utilization and are dedicated to provide gold standard medicine and exceptional patient care. Our outstanding medicine is supported by a team of incredible departments including Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Neurology, Surgery, Exotics and Zoo Medicine, Rehabilitation, and more!

Please take a moment to view our hospital video below and learn a bit more of why VCA South Shore Weymouth is the right choice for you.

https://vimeo.com/644121146/766aa1ab31

Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician Duties:

• Procedural anesthesia monitoring
• Full Technician Skill Utilization including ocular diagnostic testing and interpretation
• Collecting patient histories & thorough physical exams
• Venipuncture / IVC placement
• Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
• Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
• Providing compassionate care for all patients

Potential Schedule:

Full-time (Four, 10 hour) Tuesday - Friday 8am - 6pm

Compensation:

$27.00 - $37.00 / hr based on skill set, experience, and licensure status.

What Makes VCA South Shore Unique?

We are in the process of employing an on-site social worker to support you ! We are passionate about our teams health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity , and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We have on site Human Resource professional to support you in focusing on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve while supporting a work-life balance.

We not only work hard, we play hard too. We have an onsite fun committee, fun scrub Friday, and a hospital food pantry so we can directly support our community and teammates who may need a hand. Not to mention our popup food trucks that stop by serving the best of what Boston has to offer. Have you seen our Vet Tech Week? This is a small sampling of the gratitude we show our team for being the most compassionate, dedicated veterinary medical professionals around.

The Benefits Continue to Grow!

• Leadership opportunities (career growth potential)
• Hefty discounts to VetGirl , and Fear Free Certification
• Free NAVTA membership
• $750 CE allowance
• Licensure tuition support and educational scholarships
• LVT license reimbursement
• Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• VTS career path financial support
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life, long and short term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Infertility Benefits
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k)
• Free access to Plumbs, and educational platforms such as Vetfolio

Why You Should Consider Us

VCA South Shore is located just 15 miles or a short train ride to Boston and scenic beaches including Cape Cod, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA South Shore is a member of a larger community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer.

This role is suited for the experienced veterinary technician, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone that is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.

Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team.

Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?

We look forward to getting to know you!

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