Ophthalmology Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant – Ophthalmology Department

Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center (EPVMC)

EPVMC was founded on the belief that pets of the Lehigh Valley deserve access to advanced veterinary care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. What started as a commitment to emergency medicine has grown into a collaborative specialty hospital where doctors, technicians, assistants, and client care teams work together to support patients with complex medical needs.

As we continue to grow, our Ophthalmology Department is expanding. We are looking for a Veterinary Technician Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, highly specialized environment and enjoys working closely with patients, clients, and a dedicated specialty team. This position is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys hands-on patient care, and takes pride in supporting advanced veterinary medicine.

What You'll Do

Assist with patient restraint and handling during ophthalmic examinations and procedures

Prepare examination rooms, equipment, and supplies for appointments and procedures

Obtain patient histories and assist with patient intake

Support diagnostics and treatments under the direction of the veterinarian and technical staff

Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and client communication

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the department

Stock supplies and assist with inventory management

Support anesthesia and recovery processes as directed

Help ensure a positive experience for both patients and their families

What We’re Looking For

1-2 Year of general practice experience or equivalent role

Ability to remain calm and focused in high-acuity situations

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Willingness to learn and grow in a highly specialized department

Pay Rate: Starting at $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits  

We’re passionate about helping you reach your greatest potential – both at work and at home. As a result, our total compensation package is outstanding:

Great pay with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage 

401K with a total company match of up to 4%- after 6 months of service

Generous paid time off     

Company-paid bonding leave

Mental Health Resources

Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:  

Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products 

Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing 

Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods 

Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners  is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Joining our fun and team-first atmosphere comes with a level of support that’s hard to find anywhere else. Everything we do is with purpose – down to the way we invest in our people and create long-overdue change in the industry. We’re hyper-focused on supporting our professionals, so they can focus on bringing the gold standard of medicine to our patients and their families.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics or classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws .

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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