Certified Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology ...

Description Eye Care for Animals St Charles-Certified Veterinary Technician/Practice LeadFull-time-M-F 7a-4:30p$2000 sign-on bonusJoin a supportive team with shared weekend rotations to ensure great work-life balanceIf you areinterested in a unique opportunity to be a part of something great and want to lead a team ofprofessionals dedicated to providingexcellent patient and customer care, this is the opportunity you have been looking for!Job Overview:At Eye Care for Animals, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, the Practice Leader (PL) is critical to the success of the hospital, ensuring a positive culture built on shared values and direct communication, creating operational efficiencies, and problem-solving to improve client service and employee engagement. This position is 70% Veterinary Technician and 30% Practice Leader. Typically, the PL is the “Integrator” on the hospital’s accountability chart and participates in the Thrive Planning leadership meetings. The manager exercises sound judgment, and the willingness and capability to make decisions.The PL oversees the business activities of the hospital, including hiring and training hospital staff; working with Eye Care for Animals Leadership team to prepare and manage budgets; monitoring and analyzing key performance indicators; maintaining inventory and an inventory control system, and implementing safety and security procedures.Thrive Pet Healthcare is united by our mission to create the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. We exist to nurture both pets and people through meaningful relationships and exceptional veterinary care.Our Support Office teams power that mission by supporting our hospitals through operational excellence, innovative programs, people-centered culture, and forward-thinking business solutions — all while having plenty of fun along the way.We nurture pets & people through meaningful relationships and exceptional pet care—and we are united by a shared set of values.Service - delivering exceptional serviceEmpathy - leading with careAccountability - achieve meaningful outcomesJoy - be a source of lightExploration - learn to fuel growthTeam - connect for successCulture and Work EnvironmentCommunicates the practice’s values and mission to the team. Motivates staff and helps build and maintain morale.Upholds core values and standards.Holds regular staff meetings, including a component of mandatory training on standards of service and standards of care.Promotes a cooperative working environment among staff members; understands the value of teamwork.Is enthusiastically willing to perform as necessary to help the hospital function as a unit.Promotes continuous quality improvement (CQI) to ensure the practice’s success and achieve the vision.Qualifications5+ years of veterinary technician experience requiredCVT licensure requiredProficient in IV catheters placement, blood work, and IV, IM, and SQ injectionsProficient in monitoring anesthesia and working with various monitoring equipmentTeam playerAbility to analyze various sources of data in order to establish priorities and initiate operational programsSound personal judgment in decision-makingCapable of leading, managing, and coaching staff at all levelsDemonstrated competence in all aspects of staff management, including hiring and firingDemonstrated ability to show empathy toward clients and treat animals with respect and compassion.Excellent interpersonal communication skills.A commitment to outstanding client service.Demonstrated competence in budgeting and financial reporting, including reading and analyzing a P&L statementSolid math and Excel/spreadsheet skills.Three years of supervisory experience.Preferred: three years or more of managing a veterinary practice.Ability to lift objects weighing 40 pounds without assistance and objects weighing more than 40 pounds with assistance.Availability to occasionally work uncommon hours and overtime, and to be subject to recall for business emergencies.Why work at the Eye Care for Animals St Charles?We have a passion for supporting an emotionally intelligent atmosphere with a culture that understands the importance of a great work/life balance! This area is a wonderful place to live and work!Benefits - our care in actionWeprovidebenefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:Competitive compensation-$27-31/hr​​​​​​-Thrive reviews performance and compensation as part of its approach to recognizing contributions and supporting competitive growthPaid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, andtime offfor new petadoptionsTop quality medical, dental, and vision insuranceplushealth savings account and flexible spending account ​​​​​​​Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet HealthcarelocationsGenerously subsidizedbackup and ongoing care supportfor children, adults, and petsMental health benefitsincluding coaching and therapysessions401k programContinuing education anddevelopment supportthroughour libraryoffree CE coursesand 3 days PTO to completeCompensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $27 - $31 / hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Thrive Pet Healthcare is one of the first veterinary services offering a comprehensive continuum of care for pets’ primary, specialty, and acute needs. Through a nationwide community of over 360 veterinary providers, and an industry-leading membership program, Thrive Pet Healthcare provides personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. Founded by veterinarians, the organization provides industry-first benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs of care providers and professional collaboration, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence.Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!

Created: 2026-05-04