BluePearl Pet Hospital·Lafayette, Louisiana
Perform basic and advanced ophthalmic diagnostic tests and assist in various ocular surgeries. Responsible for anesthesia monitoring, IV placement, and educating clients on pet ocular care.
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BluePearl Pet Hospital in Lafayette, CO is hiring an exceptional Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician!
Veterinary Technician I (CVT) Pay: $23.35 / hour - $33.60 / hour This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through Kahuna leveling system.
We also offer competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends. *Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum.
For example: Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = $4.00 Shift Differential Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $5.50 Shift Differential Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $4.00 Shift Differential Do you want to help give the gift of vision and improve the quality of life of your patients?
Are you looking to advance your career as a Veterinary Technician?
Do you want to experience the best of both medicine and surgery?
Do you have a strong passion of veterinary medicine, and the drive to help build and organize a growing service?
Do you want to work with dedicated, high skilled veterinary professionals?
As an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician, you will help diagnose and treat ophthalmic diseases in companion animals.
As an Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician, you will: Perform basic ophthalmic diagnostic tests (Schirmer Tear Testing, IOP's, Fluorescein Staining) and help hold patients for detailed ocular exam Perform advanced ophthalmic diagnostic testing (retinal electrical function, etc.) Set-up and assist with procedures and surgeries that restore comfort and vision ranging from outpatient procedures to basic and complex surgeries Outpatient procedures: diamond burr debridement (to stimulate corneal healing), CO2 laser (to remove eyelid margin masses) Surgical procedures including eyelid surgeries, cherry eye surgery, corneal grafts, cataract surgery, retinal surgery, glaucoma surgery For patients undergoing sedation or anesthesia, place IV catheters and fluids, administer drugs through various route, perform and monitor sedation/anesthesia (with advances skills including constant rate infusions, paralytics, ventilation, etc.) Anesthesia training is available with help or our anesthesia specialist Help organize and maintain specialized ophthalmic equipment and supplies Be the frontline in educating clients on their pet’s ocular disease and care Why BluePearl?
Our passion is pets.
We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
We encourage you to grow with us.
Our associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience.
We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops.
As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career.
To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning.
We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.
We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Parental leave benefits Flexible work schedules 401k and retirement planning Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans Health and well-being resources to assist with stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management skills We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals.
We are all in this together.
We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.
The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. #SWBP544364 BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital is a national network of specialty and emergency pet hospitals.
Our hospitals are located throughout the country, most of which are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Types of BluePearl Hospitals: Specialty and 24/7 Emergency Specialty & After-hours Emergency 24/7 Emergency After-hours Emergency Specialty Only Our veterinarians use innovative procedures, high-tech equipment and the latest treatment methods to provide comprehensive medical care to pets.
We combine this expertise with a love for animals and the belief that kindness is the foundation of veterinary medicine.
Requires a Veterinary Technician (CVT) with a passion for ophthalmology and the ability to handle complex surgical procedures. Candidates should be capable of monitoring sedation and managing specialized ophthalmic equipment.
Market context
Physician openings in Louisiana are typically driven by ongoing demand in hospitals, clinics, and rural or underserved communities, where coverage needs can be persistent. These roles are competitive because employers often weigh specialty fit, licensure, and experience alongside patient-care expectations; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the key details faster. Before applying, confirm the preferred qualifications listed here align with your background and prepare any Louisiana-specific licensing or credentialing documents.