Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Ophthalmology - Temporary Full Time

About the role

The Ophthalmology Technician/Assistant works collaboratively with their assigned veterinarian, other staff veterinarians and the entire Angell support staff to provide Angell clientele with excellent clinical and customer service. Services include providing technical support in the examination room with outpatient and inpatient procedures, assisting with case management of animals admitted to the hospital, assisting with technical and anesthetic procedures. Other responsibilities include communications with clients and sometimes referring veterinarians. The role requires excellent interpersonal communication skills, a strong technical background in veterinary medicine, and the ability to convey knowledge and expertise to others while working in a team environment with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in the examination room for outpatient and inpatient procedures
• Assist with case management of animals admitted to the hospital
• Assist with technical and anesthetic procedures
• Communicate with clients and sometimes referring veterinarians

Requirements

• At least 1 year of veterinary technician/assistant experience in a clinical environment
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) required to be hired as a technician
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong technical background and knowledge of veterinary medicine
• Ability to convey knowledge and expertise to others
• Mandatory regular attendance and punctual presence
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods (67%-100% of shift)
• Ability to constantly move about within wards and departments (67%-100% of shift)
• Ability to frequently position self to attend to patients at varying heights (floor to exam table 3‑4 ft, and elevated >5 ft)
• Ability to move patients up to 50 lbs independently; over 50 lbs with assistance

Benefits

• Health, dental and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays, sick, and vacation time
• Employee discounts for pet health care
• Free on‑site parking

Pay

Veterinary Assistants start at $22‑$27/hour; Certified Veterinary Technicians start at $25‑$30/hour. Candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications.

Schedule

Temporary full‑time position: 40 hours per week (4 ten‑hour days, Tuesday‑Friday) with some holiday coverage. Start date ASAP; position ends December 2026.