Ophthalmology Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Eye Institute (VEI) is a leading, veterinarian‑owned network of stand‑alone ophthalmology practices. We provide advanced medical treatments for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, uveitis, ulcers, accidental blindness, and more. Join our collaborative and driven clinical team.

• Prioritize caseload and patient care; prepare and check charts for appropriate paperwork.
• Obtain vitals and perform ocular testing.
• Assist with surgical procedures, including tonometry, corneal stains, Schirmer tear testing, chemical ablations, and TPRs.
• Prepare, call in, or create written prescriptions and other documentation.
• Administer injections and fluids, calculate dosages, and monitor anesthesia (place equipment, evaluate values, and manually monitor patients).
• Manage pre‑ and post‑surgical patient care and recovery.
• Maintain the surgical OR, including cleaning, wrapping, sterilizing, and organizing equipment and instruments.
• Perform client callbacks and support related tasks.
• Participate in rotational weekly call shifts and support the Dallas location as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior veterinary experience; ophthalmology experience desired.
• Proficiency in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.).
• Flexibility with work hours and ability to work additional hours when necessary.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment and stay on task for up to 10 hours per day.
• Critical thinking skills with anticipation of inter‑ and intra‑departmental needs.
• Eager to learn more about diseases and medication specific to ophthalmology.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits, Vision, and Dental.
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
• 401k with employer match.
• Elective short‑term disability and company‑paid long‑term disability.
• Elective Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Shift Differentials and On‑call Pay.
• Uniform Allowance.
• Employee Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance.
• Continuing education opportunities and assistance program.
• Strong career growth and personal development opportunities.

Come as you are. VEI is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are also a drug‑free organization; therefore employment is dependent upon passing a drug screen and background check.

VEI does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters.