Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates • Norristown, PA

93d • $23

About The Position

Are you a Veterinary Technician who is passionate about ensuring pets maintain healthy vision and receive top-notch care for their eye-related issues? At Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), we understand that skilled and caring ophthalmology technicians play an essential role in treating ocular conditions and improving the quality of life for our patients. Our supportive, energetic environment allows you to refine your clinical skills while making a real impact in veterinary eye health. Our goal is simple but profound: to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by providing compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care. If you share our passion for animal well-being and collaborative teamwork, we’d love you to explore this opportunity.

Requirements

• Experience in a specialty or advanced general practice—prior ophthalmology exposure is a plus.
• Strong clinical skills, including patient restraint, venipuncture, and basic anesthesia/sedation monitoring.
• Excellent attention to detail, particularly in observing subtle changes in ocular health and documenting findings.
• Effective communication skills for conveying important information to the veterinary team and ensuring smooth workflow.
• A team-oriented attitude, thriving in collaborative settings alongside veterinarians, fellow technicians, and support staff.
• A passion for continuous learning, seizing every opportunity to further develop your ophthalmic knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for examinations and procedures, including dilating pupils, administering topical medications, and ensuring patient comfort.
• Collecting thorough patient histories and performing initial ocular exams, such as measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) and assessing tear production.
• Assisting with specialized diagnostics like slit-lamp biomicroscopy, tonometry, and ocular ultrasound, as directed by the Ophthalmologist.
• Monitoring anesthesia and sedation, if needed for procedures like electroretinography (ERG) or surgery.
• Providing post-procedural care, including medications, ocular discharge clean-up, and instructions for at-home care.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of diagnostics, treatments, and patient progress to ensure continuity of care.
• Fostering a clean, organized workspace, ensuring that ophthalmic instruments and supplies are readily available and properly maintained.
• Participating in ongoing training and case discussions, staying current with the latest ophthalmic techniques and best practices.

Benefits

• Supportive culture with social events & team-building activities.
• Competitive paid time off & holiday pay.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement.
• Career growth & training opportunities to help you advance your skills and knowledge supported by our dedicated Education and Development team.
• Continuing education paid time off and allowance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mental health-focused services to ensure you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Pet adoption reimbursement.
• 401(k) plan with a strong employer match.
• Significant employee pet care discount.
• Annual uniform allowance so you’re always prepared for the next case.
• A workplace where you’ll feel valued, heard, and excited to come to work each day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree