Certified Veterinary Technician and Anesthetist

Veterinary Eye Center of Massachusetts•Newton, MA

2d•$34 - $37

About The Position

Who We Are Located in Newton, the Veterinary Eye Center is a team of passionate veterinary professionals with a focus on practicing modern medicine and fostering a collaborative culture so that veterinary medicine can be a more sustainable career for all. Beyond our passion for bringing the excellence and innovation of human healthcare to veterinary medicine, we also believe in putting our team first, with a robust benefits package, sensible and responsible appointment scheduling, and many perks specially designed around the needs of our profession. Our mission to deliver world-class care to pets while transforming the veterinary professions' culture of burnout into a happier, healthier place has been an overwhelming success. With a focus on team happiness and an eye for innovation, we’re building a different kind of veterinary practice, and we’re looking for people who also believe in different and in reimagining the status quo in vet med. We are seeking an experienced and intellectually curious Certified or Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. As a member of the ophthalmology team, you will be actively involved in both appointments and daily surgical procedures. Our Technicians run appointments and manage anesthesia for surgical patients from start to finish including making anesthesia plans, inducing and recovering, and anesthesia monitoring. What We Offer $34-$37/hr. $5,000 signing bonus based on experience Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage Generous paid time off Paid Parental Leave 401(k) with a company match MetLife voluntary benefits Employee pet discounts Unlimited CE allowance Scrub allowance Four day workweek No overnight or on-call shifts, no late evenings, and no weekend coverage What You'll Do: In addition to traditional Veterinary Technician duties, you will: Medical responsibilities include: Running appointments: History taking, ophthalmic diagnostics (STT, IOP, fluorescein stain application) Client communication about histories and medications Filling medications Assisting with short procedures during appointments such as corneal debridement Performing diagnostics when requested during appointments such as venipuncture for bloodwork and blood pressure measurement Record keeping such as input of patient histories Creating invoices for billing and estimate creation for procedures Surgical responsibilities include: Create protocols for anesthesia or sedation for ophthalmic procedures using inhalant and injectable medications as well as (occasionally) paralytics Induce patients for anesthesia Monitor anesthesia and sedation closely throughout procedures Troubleshoot patient anesthetic concerns and provide real-time treatments Recover patients from anesthesia Utilize paralytics during anesthesia for microsurgical procedures Maintain accurate and detailed records throughout surgical procedures Assist with pre-surgical diagnostics and patient preparation Intaking and discharging surgical patients Continuing Education: We're serious about your growth and development. Licensed Techs are eligible for unlimited CE registration reimbursement, including conferences, advanced skills labs, online subscriptions, and even textbooks. You’ll also get 3 fully paid CE days every year to take full advantage of those opportunities without burning your PTO. Want to attend a conference across the country? We’ll help with travel too, covering up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses. At our hospital, we invest in your future because you're an essential part of ours. Requirements: 2+ years’ experience as a Veterinary Technician Anesthesia Skills Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly communicate with clients as well as team members The ability to adapt while maintaining a positive attitude Highly evolved organizational skills with an acute attention to detail The ability to work independently, responsibly, and ethically A resourceful nature and creative problem-solving skills An openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning A commitment to the welfare of animals We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for VEC, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You. Feel free to include your pronouns in your application.

Requirements

2+ years’ experience as a Veterinary Technician
Anesthesia Skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly communicate with clients as well as team members
The ability to adapt while maintaining a positive attitude
Highly evolved organizational skills with an acute attention to detail
The ability to work independently, responsibly, and ethically
A resourceful nature and creative problem-solving skills
An openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning
A commitment to the welfare of animals

Responsibilities

History taking
Ophthalmic diagnostics (STT, IOP, fluorescein stain application)
Client communication about histories and medications
Filling medications
Assisting with short procedures during appointments such as corneal debridement
Performing diagnostics when requested during appointments such as venipuncture for bloodwork and blood pressure measurement
Record keeping such as input of patient histories
Creating invoices for billing and estimate creation for procedures
Create protocols for anesthesia or sedation for ophthalmic procedures using inhalant and injectable medications as well as (occasionally) paralytics
Induce patients for anesthesia
Monitor anesthesia and sedation closely throughout procedures
Troubleshoot patient anesthetic concerns and provide real-time treatments
Recover patients from anesthesia
Utilize paralytics during anesthesia for microsurgical procedures
Maintain accurate and detailed records throughout surgical procedures
Assist with pre-surgical diagnostics and patient preparation
Intaking and discharging surgical patients