Are you a dedicated veterinary technician looking to advance your career in a thriving, collaborative, and progressive environment? Red Bank Veterinary Hospital (RBVH) is a new, state-of-the-art facility that opened in May 2024—an expansive, 100,000+ square foot space nearly twice the size of our original Tinton Falls location. This milestone marks the continuation of over 40 years of dedicated service to our community. Equipped with advanced diagnostics like MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, and a PET scanner, the hospital features 52 exam rooms, 12 surgical suites, a dedicated emergency department, and expanded training spaces. Thoughtful amenities—including feline-only waiting areas, a rehab unit, comfort rooms, and a serene zen garden—reflect our commitment to exceptional care for pets and their families.

We are seeking an Ophthalmology Technician to support our Ophthalmologists and hospital team by facilitating efficient, high-quality patient care for animals receiving ophthalmic exams, procedures, and surgery.

Position Overview:
This position supports the ophthalmology service by delivering patient care and technical assistance during exams, treatments, and surgery. Duties include safe animal handling, monitoring patient status, administering medications and IV fluids, performing phlebotomy and catheter placement, assisting with anesthesia and emergency care, and maintaining accurate medical records. The role also involves preparing and troubleshooting specialized ophthalmic and anesthesia equipment, managing inventory and lab samples, communicating with clinicians and clients, and helping keep the hospital and surgical areas clean, stocked, and ready for patient care.

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Essential Job Functions:
Patient Care & Phlebotomy
• Provide basic animal care, handling, and restraint across species
• Follow treatment orders and monitor patient status (TPR, MM, CRT, mentation)
• Understand common diseases, procedures, and medications
• Perform blood collection (cephalic, saphenous, jugular) and peripheral IV catheter placement
• Maintain awareness of safety risks including chemicals, cleaning agents, and zoonotic disease exposure

Technical & Surgical Support
• Assist the ophthalmologist in exams, treatments, and procedures
• Support anesthesia and analgesia, administer medications and fluids, and perform dose calculations/CRIs
• Monitor patients using ECG, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, capnography, and related equipment
• Respond to emergencies, including CPR and assisted ventilation
• Prepare lab samples and maintain accurate medical and anesthesia records
• Prepare, sterilize, and troubleshoot ophthalmic and anesthesia equipment and instruments

Equipment, Records & Inventory
• Maintain and inspect anesthesia machines and specialized ophthalmic equipment
• Document treatments, controlled substances, and monitored parameters
• Manage inventory, supplies, records, referrals, and related communications

Communication & Hospital Support
• Communicate effectively with clinicians, coworkers, and clients
• Collaborate with departments, follow direction, and assist with team training
• Help maintain clean, stocked treatment and surgical areas and complete assigned duties

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

Ophthalmology Requirements:
Technician’s main responsibility is to make sure the ophthalmology department’s needs are met, as well as assist within the surgery department during down time.

Benefits
We’re committed to supporting our team’s well-being and professional growth with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: