Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our established Ophthalmology team! Our ideal candidate is excellent at time management, multitasking, and enjoys a fast-paced, busy caseload.

Our skilled specialists and team are at the heart of what we believe: that providing excellent patient care requires clinical expertise, a commitment to quality, and compassion for the patient. Our hospital offers a broad range of advanced medical technologies and skilled, compassionate care in state-of-the-art facilities, including MRI, CT, endoscopy and much more! You will have the opportunity to work with board-certified specialists that will allow you to take your career to the next level.

What to Expect:

• Great Learning Opportunities: You will be working alongside many board-certified doctors in a variety of specialties and incredibly talented veterinary technicians.

• Advanced Medicine: We are one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s most experienced and advanced teams. By partnering with primary care veterinarians, we provide our patients with the very best specialty care. Our doctors perform a variety of surgeries including advanced soft-tissue, orthopedic, oncologic, neurologic, and emergency.

About You:

• Work independently and as part of a team to practice good judgement to ensure high-quality care for all patients.

• You adapt to the individual needs of each patient, are willing to ask questions, are eager to continue enhancing your skill set, and maintain a positive attitude.

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes: 

·       Competitive wages:

o   RVT – ($28-$32 commensurate with experience)

·       Uniforms Provided 

·       PTO

·       Employee Discount on Veterinary Care 

·       Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

·       Life Insurance 

·       CEs Available  

·       401(k) with matching

QUALIFICATIONS:

Have a strong foundational understanding and the ability to perform the work of a veterinary technician including (but not limited to):

• RVT required
• Administering and Monitoring Anesthesia
• Venipuncture
• Placing IV Catheters
• Drug Calculations
• Administration of Medications (IV or other methods)
• Taking Vitals
• Gathering Medical History
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Be flexible and able to adapt to new situations
• Minimum of one to two years’ experience in Specialty or Emergency Medicine
• ezyVet experience preferred

Additional Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States and be able to show original, unexpired documents to verify.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Must have the ability to respond quickly in urgent situations using all senses. During the normal workday, employee may occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 50 pounds. This position requires sitting for long periods of time.

"We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

For more information about our hospital, please visit www.southashevillevets.com

Job Type: Full-time