Oncology Licensed Veterinary Technician

BluePearl Vet, LLC•New York, NY

7d•$30 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Midtown Manhattan is seeking a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join its Oncology team. Oncology experience is a plus but is not required. The hospital provides structured training in oncology protocols and safety, with opportunities to develop specialty-medicine skills. The position works weekday shifts. Pay is $30.00–$51.00 per hour, depending on experience and advancement through the competency assessment tool; candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience. The technician provides oncology patient care, supports chemotherapy treatment and safety, assists with anesthesia and monitoring for ASA I–II patients, educates clients, and helps maintain an organized clinical environment. The role also includes communication with clients and veterinary professionals and participation in assigned emergency response duties. BluePearl describes opportunities for career advancement and leadership development, continuing education and training, pet insurance and associate discounts, and health and well-being resources. Benefits listed include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options; flexible work schedules; 401(k) and retirement planning; parental leave; paid time off and floating holidays; and continuing education allowances and paid CE hours for eligible associates.

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician.
Strong patient-care skills.
Attention to detail.
Interest in specialty medicine.
Current R.E.C.O.V.E.R. CPR knowledge and proficiency in assigned emergency response duties.
Unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S.; the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer.

Nice To Haves

Oncology experience.
VTS credentialing.

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessments, accurately record vital signs, and report abnormal findings.
Perform phlebotomy, place peripheral IV catheters, and complete basic medical calculations.
Prepare, verify, dispense, and administer chemotherapy safely according to hospital protocols.
Recognize chemotherapy extravasation and initiate appropriate intervention.
Obtain thorough patient histories, including medications, treatment response, and side effects.
Discharge oncology patients and educate clients on medications, chemotherapy safety, waste handling, and potential treatment side effects.
Maintain knowledge of common tumor types, diagnostic protocols, and veterinary medical terminology.
Assist with anesthesia and patient monitoring for ASA I–II patients.
Maintain current R.E.C.O.V.E.R. CPR knowledge and demonstrate proficiency in assigned emergency response duties.
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical environment.
Communicate effectively with clients and veterinary professionals, address concerns, and manage incoming calls promptly.
Perform additional relevant duties.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Flexible work schedules.
401(k) and retirement planning.
Parental leave benefits.
Paid time off and floating holidays.
Health and well-being resources, including support for stress management, mental health awareness, compassion fatigue, burnout, communication, and conflict management.
Annual continuing education allowance and free continuing education sessions.
BluePearl University training and clinician access to over 2,000 medical journals.
Trupanion pet insurance and associate discounts for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
Continuing education reimbursement of $500 per year for LVTs and $750 per year for VTS associates, with eligible allowance rollover up to $1,500.
Full-time LVT associates receive 8 paid CE hours each year; full-time VTS associates receive 12 paid CE hours each year. Paid CE hours may carry over up to 24 hours.
Newly hired associates receive a prorated amount of any eligible CE benefit.