Certified Veterinary Technician and Anesthetist

Who We Are:

Veterinary Eye Center is a specialty practice dedicated exclusively to advanced animal eye care. Launching in Newtown Square, PA under the leadership of our Founding Medical Director, Dr. LoPinto, our newest location is built on the same foundation that defines VEC nationally: exceptional medicine, thoughtful client communication, and a deeply collaborative team culture. Our practice brings together state-of-the-art diagnostics, microsurgical expertise, and a meticulous approach to ophthalmology, all delivered with compassion and clarity. As we establish our presence in the Philadelphia area, we’re focused on building a specialty hospital where clinical excellence, professional growth, and supportive teamwork are always in clear focus.

We’re proud to be part of a small but growing movement to raise the bar for both patient care and workplace culture. At VEC, you’ll find a schedule designed with balance in mind, a leadership team that listens, and a spirit of innovation that keeps us constantly evolving. Whether you’re drawn to the precision and complexity of ophthalmological surgery, the chance to work in a highly specialized field, or simply the opportunity to be part of a kind and passionate team, VEC is a place to thrive.

We are seeking an experienced and intellectually curious Certified Veterinary Technician to join our growing team. As a member of the ophthalmology team, you will be actively involved in both appointments and daily surgical procedures. Our Technicians run appointments and manage anesthesia for surgical patients from start to finish including making anesthesia plans, inducing and recovering, and anesthesia monitoring.

What We Offer:

• The pay range for this role is: $30-$35/hr. Additional incentives available for candidates with a VTS.
• Up to $5,000 Sign-on bonus based on experience
• 4 day work week

No weekends, no nights, no on-call, no major holidays!

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• FSA/HSA
• Generous paid time off, up to 120 hours of PTO per year
• 401(k) with a company match
• Scrub Allowance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Elective benefits through MetLife
• Employee pet discounts
• Discounted pet insurance 

What We Require:

• Certification in the state of PA (CVT)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly communicate with clients as well as team members
• The ability to adapt while maintaining a positive attitude
• Highly evolved organizational skills with an acute attention to detail
• An openness to feedback, coaching, and continuous learning
• 2+ years’ experience as a Veterinary Technician preferred but not required

What Makes This Role Unique:

This is a launch position as we open a brand new hospital! You will spend your first weeks training, building rapport, and establishing a team workflow before opening a brand new facility. This is a once-in-a-career chance to be a key part of a founding team and you’ll gain unique experience as we expand our state-of-the-art care in a new state. We are targeting a delayed start date in May 2026.

In addition to traditional Veterinary Technician duties, you will:

Medical responsibilities include:

• Running appointments: History taking, ophthalmic diagnostics (STT, IOP, fluorescein stain application)
• Client communication about histories and medications
• Filling medications
• Assisting with short procedures during appointments such as corneal debridement
• Performing diagnostics when requested during appointments such as venipuncture for bloodwork and blood pressure measurement
• Record keeping such as input of patient histories
• Creating invoices for billing and estimate creation for procedures

Surgical responsibilities include:

• Create protocols for anesthesia or sedation for ophthalmic procedures using inhalant and injectable medications as well as (occasionally) paralytics
• Induce patients for anesthesia
• Monitor anesthesia and sedation closely throughout procedures
• Troubleshoot patient anesthetic concerns and provide real-time treatments
• Recover patients from anesthesia
• Utilize paralytics during anesthesia for microsurgical procedures
• Maintain accurate and detailed records throughout surgical procedures
• Assist with pre-surgical diagnostics and patient preparation
• Intaking and discharging surgical patients

Continuing Education:

We're serious about your growth and development. CVTs are eligible to receive unlimited CE registration reimbursement, including conferences, advanced skills labs, online subscriptions, and even textbooks. You’ll also get 3 fully paid CE days every year to take full advantage of those opportunities without burning your PTO. Want to attend a conference across the country? We’ll help with travel too, covering up to $1,500 annually in related travel expenses. At our hospital, we invest in your future because you're an essential part of ours.

 

We provide equal opportunities for everyone who applies to and works for our company, regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national origin, disability, and all other law-protected considerations that make you, You.