Ophthalmology Registered Veterinary Technician Days at MedVet

DescriptionCompensation:This position has an initial hiring range of $28.00 to $35.00 per hour based on skillset and experience.We support our evening and weekend caregivers with lucrative shift differentials: Hours worked from 8pm - 11:59pm base pay $4/hourHours worked from 12am - 7:59am base pay $6/hourHours worked on weekends (day or night) base pay $3/hour any applicable differentialsVeterinary Eye Institute (VEI) is the leading veterinarian-owned and led network of stand-alone ophthalmology practices. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. We treat things like cataracts glaucoma uveitis ulcers sudden blindness and so much more! We are looking for collaborative and driven people to join our clinical teamWe are looking for:Ophthalmology Registered Veterinary TechnicianSchedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am 5:00 pm The Ophthalmology team is unique in that it specializes in appointment-based patient care as well as assisting and preparing for surgeries. Ophthalmology is a fast-paced service with a high caseload alternating between appointment and surgery days. You could assist with tonometry corneal stains Schirmer tear testing as well as TPRs and chemical ablations.What youll do:Prioritize caseload and patient care and prepare and check charts for appropriate paperworkObtain vitals and perform ocular testingAssist with surgical proceduresPrepare call in or create written prescriptionsKnowledge of various routes of drug administration and ability to calculate and administer injections and fluids.Anesthesia monitoring (placing monitoring equipment understanding and ability to evaluate values manually monitor patient if necessary).Pre/Post-Surgical patient care and patient recovery.Maintaining surgical OR equipment and instruments including cleaning wrapping sterilizing and organizing.Perform client call backs.Who are you:State Registered Veterinary Technician License requiredPrior veterinary experience required previous ophthalmology experience desiredProficient in calculations (drugs constant rate infusions unit conversions etc.)Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessaryAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentCritical thinking skills and ability to anticipate needs inter & intra-departmentallyAbility to stay on task and work energetically for entire shift sometimes up to 10 hours per dayEager to learn more about diseases and medication specific to ophthalmologyPerks and Benefits include:Comprehensive Health Benefits Vision and DentalHSA FSA and Dependent Care FSA401k with employer matchElective short-term disability and company paid long term disabilityElective Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)Shift Differentials and On-call PayUniform AllowanceEmployee Pet Discounts and Pet InsuranceContinuing education opportunities and assistance programStrong career growth and personal development opportunitiesCome as you are. VEI is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check.VEI does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Required Experience:IC Key Skills Veterinary Experience,Animal Care,Communication skills,Veterinary Assistant,Veterinary Technician Experience,Vital Signs Experience,Animal Handling,Animal Restraint,Experience Administering Injections,Catheterization,Medication Administration,Venipuncture Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 28 - 35