Registered Veterinary Technician - Part-Time

Description

Veterinary Technician / RVT – Ophthalmology

Part-Time | Approximately 24 Hours/Week | $28–$34/hour

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician or RVT looking to expand your skills and experience specialty medicine?

Eye Care for Animals San Marcos is looking for a part-time Veterinary Technician to join our ophthalmology team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys anesthesia, surgery, hands-on patient care, and learning new skills in a specialty setting.

Ophthalmology experience is not required — we will train you!

Schedule

This position is approximately 24 hours per week, typically 3 days per week, with the opportunity for additional shifts based on clinic needs.

The hospital operates Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Occasional after-hours or on-call coverage may be needed.

What You'll Do

As part of our ophthalmology team, you'll work alongside our doctors and team to provide specialized care for patients with a variety of eye conditions.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with ophthalmic examinations and procedures 

• Placing IV catheters and obtaining blood samples 

• Administering IV, IM, and SQ medications 

• Monitoring anesthesia and assisting with surgical patients 

• Providing pre- and post-operative patient care 

• Preparing medications 

• Educating and communicating with clients 

• Preparing and reviewing treatment estimates 

• Maintaining accurate patient and client records 

What We're Looking For

• Previous veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience 

• California RVT license preferred, but not required 

• Experience with anesthesia monitoring 

• Comfortable with IV catheter placement, blood draws, and medication administration 

• Strong communication and client-service skills 

• Dependable and team-oriented 

• Interested in learning and developing new technical skills 

• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced specialty environment 

Why Eye Care for Animals?

Veterinary ophthalmology gives technicians the opportunity to build advanced skills in specialty medicine, anesthesia, surgery, diagnostics, and patient care.

We are committed to supporting the growth and development of our team and providing an environment where technicians can continue learning throughout their careers.

Apply today!  We look forward to meeting you!  

http://www.eyecareforanimals.com/