The Veterinary Eye Center of Massachusetts, the first standalone referral practice for veterinary ophthalmology in the region, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician 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 positively disrupting the status quo in vet med.
This is a wonderful opportunity to refine and grow your skills and bodies of knowledge in a prestigious, specialty environment.
VEC Offers the Veterinary Technician:
$27-32/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
AFLAC 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
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
Nice To Have:
Ophthalmology experience
We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for VEC, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You.
Feel free to include your pronouns in your application.
