Licensed Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

BluePearl Vet, LLC•New York, NY

6d•$30 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

This position offers the opportunity to develop specialized technical skills through hands-on involvement in ophthalmic diagnostics, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and post-operative patient care. Ophthalmology is a highly rewarding specialty where technicians play a direct role in restoring comfort, preserving vision, and improving quality of life for patients.

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician
Unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.

Nice To Haves

VTS credentialing

Responsibilities

Perform basic ophthalmic diagnostic tests (tear quantity, glaucoma testing, ulcer testing) and help hold patients for detailed ocular exam
Perform advanced ophthalmic diagnostic testing (retinal electrical function, etc.)
Set-up and assist with procedures and surgeries that restore comfort and vision ranging from outpatient procedures to basic and complex surgeries
Outpatient procedures: diamond burr debridement (to stimulate corneal healing), CO2 laser (to remove eyelid margin masses)
Surgical procedures including eyelid surgeries, cherry eye surgery, corneal grafts, cataract surgery, retinal surgery, glaucoma surgery
For patients undergoing sedation or anesthesia, place IV catheters and fluids, administer drugs through various route, perform and monitor sedation/anesthesia (with advances skills including constant rate infusions, paralytics, ventilation, etc.)
Help organize and maintain specialized ophthalmic equipment and supplies
Be the frontline in educating clients on their pet’s ocular disease and care