Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Eye Center of Massachusetts•Newton, MA

2d•$34 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Veterinary Eye Center of Massachusetts, the first stand-alone practice for veterinary ophthalmology in the region, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician with anesthesia skills to join our talented team. Located in Newton, we are 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. This is a wonderful opportunity to refine and grow your skills and bodies of knowledge in a structured, specialty environment. As a member of the ophthalmology team, in addition to traditional Vet Tech duties, you will be actively involved in: Client education Ophthalmic disease testing Performing pre-surgical diagnostics Post operative patient care Rounding with the doctors on cases using learned ophthalmology knowledge Leading appointments

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

Client education
Ophthalmic disease testing
Performing pre-surgical diagnostics
Post operative patient care
Rounding with the doctors on cases using learned ophthalmology knowledge
Leading appointments

Benefits

$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
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.