Lead Veterinary Ophthalmology Technician

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists is looking to add a Lead Ophthalmology Technician to our team—someone who is passionate about patient care, enjoys working in a specialty setting, and is energized by supporting both patients and people in a fast-paced hospital environment.

This is a hands-on leadership role focused on ophthalmology patient care, workflow coordination, and supporting a strong, collaborative technician team. You'll work closely with the ophthalmologist, hospital leadership, and technical staff while serving as a clinical resource and day-to-day support for the ophthalmology service.

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is Vermont's only 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital, bringing together a collaborative team of technicians and specialists who are passionate about delivering high-quality, advanced care.

With services including 24/7 emergency and critical care, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, dentistry, and oral surgery, you'll have the opportunity to be part of interesting, complex cases while continuing to learn and grow alongside a supportive team. https://bevsvt.com/

Lead Ophthalmology Technician – Full Time
Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists in Williston, VT

$32.00 -$35.00 per hour, based on experience, skillset, and leadership background

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide advanced technical support for ophthalmology appointments, procedures, and treatments
• Assist with ophthalmic diagnostics, treatments, and patient monitoring
• Support the ophthalmologist with procedures, anesthesia support, and case flow throughout the day
• Lead and support the ophthalmology technical team in a collaborative, accountable environment
• Coordinate daily workflow for the service, helping to ensure efficiency and a high standard of patient care
• Train, mentor, and onboard technical staff within the ophthalmology department
• Serve as a resource to team members for specialty workflows, equipment use, and patient care standards
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and compliant medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient care, treatments, and discharge instructions
• Assist in resolving client concerns with professionalism and empathy
• Monitor inventory, specialty equipment, and treatment areas to ensure operational readiness
• Partner with hospital leadership on scheduling, staffing support, and performance development
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, efficiency, and team operations within the ophthalmology service

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 and rewarding:
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% (after 6 months)
• Continuing education (CE) allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and wellness support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Mental health resources, plus so much more

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

REQUIREMENTS

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or equivalent) preferred
• 3 years of experience in a veterinary specialty hospital setting
• Previous ophthalmology experience strongly preferred
• Previous leadership, training, or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Strong technical skills, including anesthesia monitoring, patient restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, and surgical assistance
• Comfort with ophthalmology diagnostics, treatments, and patient handling preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, coach, and support a diverse team
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced specialty environment
• Comfortable handling client communication, including discussing treatment plans and addressing concerns
• Proficiency with practice management systems and general computer skills
• A team-first mindset with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

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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