Veterinary Assistant - Oncology

Requirements:    

•  Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience
•  RVT license preferred, but not required
•  Knowledge of veterinary medicine and terminology
•  Prior chemotherapy experience desired, but willing to train the right candidate
•  Strong verbal and written skills
•  Strong attention to detail and follow-through
•  Ability to communicate calmly, clearly and effectively with both staff and clients
•  Ability to handle high stress situations
•  Willingness to cross train in other areas of the hospital

Essential Job Duties:  

•  Administer chemotherapy for animals, primarily dogs and cats
•  Able to perform venipuncture, place IV catheterization, comfortable administering IV/IM/SQ injections
•  Able to provide fluid therapy and drug calculations
•  Experienced in animal handling and restraint
•  Obtain, run and process diagnostic test
•  Administer and fill medications
•  Some prior experience in monitoring anesthesia, but willing to train
•  Able to facilitate the coordination of patient care
•  Can assist with radiographs or holding for ultrasonography procedures
•  Strong verbal communication skills- able to provide complex information in a way that is kind and understandable to our clients.
•  Assist in patient procedures: exams, preparation of patients, present estimates and equipment
•  Experience and attention to detail in working with patients’ medical records
•  Experience with Ezyvet a plus, but not required.
•  Ability to work in a constantly evolving environment and able to multi-task
•  Light housekeeping duties and restocking of treatment supplies

Hours:  Full/Part time; 10 hours shifts.  Must be available to work from 8am to 7pm.

Rate of pay based on experience starting at $23 - $25/hr. We promote an encouraging work environment and positive work/life balance. We invest heavily in our employees, providing many opportunities for growth and development.