Veterinary Eye Institute (VEI) is the leadingveterinarian-ownedand 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 team We are looking for:Ophthalmology Veterinary AssistantThe Ophthalmology team is unique in that it specializes in appointment-based patient care, as well asassistingandpreparing forsurgeries.Ophthalmology is a fast-paced service with a high caseload, alternating between appointment and surgery days. You couldassistwith tonometry, corneal stains, Schirmer tear testing, as well as TPRs and chemical ablations. Whatyou’lldo:
Prioritize caseload and patient care and prepare and check charts forappropriate paperwork
Obtain vitals and perform ocular testing
Assistwith surgical procedures
Prepare, callinor create written prescriptions
Knowledge of various routes of drug administration and ability to calculate and administer injections and fluids.
Anesthesia monitoring (placingmonitoringequipment, understanding and ability to evaluate values, manuallymonitorpatientif necessary).
Pre/Post-Surgicalpatient care and patient recovery.
Maintaining surgical OR, equipment and instruments including cleaning, wrapping,sterilizingand organizing.
Strong career growth and personal development opportunities
Come as you are.VEI isan 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.
