Veterinary Technician | Eye Care for Animals Reno

Veterinary Technician – Ophthalmology

Reno, NV

Who We Are

At Eye Care for Animals, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.

Eye Care for Animals is dedicated to providing the finest in veterinary ophthalmology services. Our staff of board-certified ophthalmologists and clinical specialists provide the highest level of care,

education, and understanding to our clients, their pets, and our referring veterinarians. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive

benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and

what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.

Eye Care for Animals is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Role

Responsibilities

Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients. With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow. Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians. Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience &

Skills

Requirements

Previous Veterinary Technician/assistant

experience requiredLicensed Technician preferred, but not requiredProficient in IV catheters placement, blood work, and IV, IM and SQ injectionsProficient in monitoring anesthesia and working with various monitoring equipmentTeam playerEager to learn and is self-motivatedEnjoys a challenging and fast-paced environmentExcellent verbal and written communication

skillsAbility to multi-task with a smile

You’ll Grow With Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and

skillset programs. You can build your

skills and earn credentials through:

Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing

education courses - ThriveU Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership

skills A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

And, with so many

locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits – Our Care In Action

We Provide

benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key

benefits include:

Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account Pet

perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare

locations Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets Mental health

benefits including coaching and therapy sessions 401k with employer contribution and no waiting periodContinuing

education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

and so much more!

Compensation Negotiable Based On Credentials And

experience with a hourly pay rate starting at $24 - $33 / hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your

skills,

qualifications,

experience, and

location. 

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and

diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.