Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Ophthalmology - Temporary Full Time

Socket.dev; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays, sick and vacation time

Employee discounts for pet health care

Free on-site parking

Job summary

MSPCA-Angell in Boston is seeking an Ophthalmology Technician/Assistant to support the ophthalmology service alongside veterinarians and support staff. You will assist in exam rooms, with outpatient and inpatient procedures, and help manage cases, including anesthesia support.

Requirements include at least 1 year of veterinary tech/assistant experience, CVT credential, and a cover letter highlighting communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of veterinary technician/assistant experience in a clinical environment.
• CVT required to be hired as a technician.
• Cover letter highlighting communication skills requested.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination rooms with outpatient and inpatient procedures.
• Support case management of hospitalized animals.
• Assist with technical and anesthetic procedures.
• Communicate with clients and referring veterinarians as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

CVT (Certified Veterinary Technician)

Job description

Temporary Full Time 40 hours a week, 4 ten hour days Tuesday-Friday, Some holiday coverage. This role will start ASAP and end in December 2026.

The Position:

The Ophthalmology Technician/Assistant works collaboratively with their assigned veterinarian, other staff veterinarians and the entire Angell support staff to provide Angell clientele with excellent clinical and customer service. These services include providing technical support in the examination room with outpatient and inpatient procedures, assisting with case management of animals admitted to the hospital, assisting with technical and anesthetic procedures. Other responsibilities include communications with clients and sometimes referring veterinarians.

We are looking for a Vet Technician/Assistant with excellent interpersonal communication skills who enjoys working in a team environment while maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude. The Ophthalmology Technician or Assistant must have a strong technical background and knowledge of veterinary medicine and recognize the importance of conveying this knowledge and expertise to others. Please attach a cover letter that highlights your communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Mandatory regular attendance and punctual presence.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time 67%-100% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to constantly move about within the wards and departments 67% - 100% of scheduled shift.
• Must be able to frequently position self in a manner to attend to patients at varying heights, including floor and exam table levels (3 – 4 feet in height) as well as elevated heights greater than 5 feet.
• Must be able to constantly move patients weighing up to 50 pounds within the wards, departments and grounds; over 50lbs with assistance.

WHO WE ARE:

The Boston MSPCA-Angell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world, and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds an important dimension to our work.

COMPENSATION:

Veterinary Assistants starting $22-$27/hour
Certified Veterinary Technicians starting $25-$30/hr
Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for applicants with at least 1 year of veterinary technician/assistant experience in a clinical environment. Certified Veterinary Technician, CVT required to be hired as a technician. As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter showcasing your writing skills.

OUR BENEFITS:

Our compensation package includes health, dental and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, and free on-site parking.

If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career change you are looking for.