Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners•Williston, VT

56d•$26 - $32

About The Position

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician to our team. Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is Vermont's only specialty and 24/7 emergency animal hospital and we provide a level of care you simply won't find anyplace else in the state. From expert emergency and critical care 24 hours a day to advanced veterinary specialty and referral services-including dentistry and oral surgery, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, radioiodine therapy, and surgery-BEVS animal hospital is a trusted partner not only to you and your pet, but also to the region's primary care veterinarians. https://bevsvt.com/ Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician Burlington Emergency and Veterinary Specialists in Williston, VT $26.00 - $32.00 depending on experience and licensure, with a possible range of $34-40/hour for licensed VTS techs. We're passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential - both at work and at home. As a result, our total compensation package is outstanding: Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions. Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check. Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/ Where uncommon support partners with joy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) required
Minimum two years of prior veterinary hospital experience required, prior specialty and/or anesthesia experience preferred
Must have a positive attitude and be a team player

Nice To Haves

prior specialty and/or anesthesia experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to pet patients and their loved ones
Keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy
Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas
Perform physical assessments and record your observations
Prepare estimates for procedures and discuss financial commitments with clients
Explain necessary follow-up and home care instructions
Stock clinic treatment area and exam rooms, and inform inventory manager when supplies need to be ordered
Assist the Veterinarian in medical specialty procedures (be comfortable with blood draws; prepare patients for surgery; administer anesthesia; monitor patients during surgery and recovery; administer fluids)
Care for all surgical materials and keep the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery