Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology

Friendship Hospital for Animals·Washington, District of Columbia

$40 - $45/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 9 days ago

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Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology · $40 - $45/hr

How this role compares

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-2% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Washington, District of Columbia ($41.00/hr, n=489)

$7.25/hr · lowesthighest · $7,020/hr

this role: $40.00/hrmedian $41.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 489 posted healthcare roles in Washington, District of Columbia rates. This role sits in the 48th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 2% below the Washington, District of Columbia median for similar positions.

The Veterinary Technician will assist with ophthalmology appointments, perform diagnostic testing, and provide support during sedated and general anesthesia surgical procedures. They are also responsible for patient history collection, laboratory procedures, and maintaining high standards of client and patient care.

Armour Veterinary Ophthalmology is seeking an energetic and motivated Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to join our Ophthalmology team.

The ideal candidate will be a positive individual with excellent patient care.

We are looking for an individual who enjoys being a team player who excels in a group and has great problem solving skills.

Excellent communication is a must with clients, as well as helping our team spirit of cooperation and collaboration within Friendship Hospital for Animals and within the veterinary and human ophthalmology community.

It is important that the individual has a compassion for all animals.

Additionally, the individual would ideally be comfortable with multi-parameter monitoring equipment, inhalant, and injectable anesthesia agents, and have an interest in anesthesia specifically catered to ophthalmology.

The ideal candidate will have multiple years of running general anesthesia for surgical procedures.

Duties to include: Assistance in ophthalmology appointments, coordinating procedures, creating estimates and overall patient and client care Taking patient histories, vital signs, and weights Performing all laboratory in-hospital procedures and to prepare specimens for outside laboratories Performing diagnostic ophthalmic testing (electroretinography, ocular ultrasonography) and assistance with sedated procedures (eyelid mass removal, diamond bur keratotomy, etc) Assisting board-certified ophthalmologist in care and sedated/general anesthesia surgical procedures and providing pre- and post-op care for patients We offer a generous compensation and benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, reimbursement for scrubs, medical insurance, continuing education benefits and discounts on pet care.

Please submit a cover letter and resume for review.

US Pay Range $40—$45 USD

Requirements

The ideal candidate must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with multiple years of experience running general anesthesia for surgical procedures. Strong communication skills, a compassionate nature, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment are required.

professional certificate
Teamwork
Ophthalmology
Patient care
Problem solving
Vital signs monitoring
Anesthesia monitoring
Client communication
Electroretinography
Diagnostic testing
Laboratory procedures
Post-operative care
Surgical assistance
Veterinary nursing
Pre-operative care
Ocular ultrasonography

Benefits

Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Continuing education benefits
Discounts on pet care
Reimbursement for scrubs

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $40 - $45/hr
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Posted: Sep 8, 2026
Application: Employer website

D.C. Ophthalmology Veterinary Technician Market

In District of Columbia, veterinary ophthalmology technician roles are specialized, with demand concentrated in practices handling advanced surgical and anesthesia care. Candidates compete through LVT licensure, multiple years managing general anesthesia, multi-parameter monitoring proficiency, and compassionate animal handling; continuing education can support specialty growth. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time while reviewing medical insurance, paid leave, holidays, pet-care discounts, and education benefits.