Veterinary Assistant - Oncology

Frederick - PARTNER VETERINARY EMERGENCY AND SPECIAL CENTER•Ballenger Creek, MD

9d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Partner Veterinary is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for our Oncology service who is excited to leverage their specialized skills to care for patients and families combating cancer. The Oncology Veterinary Assistant is able to practice at the height of their skills. This is achieved through exhibiting knowledge in diagnostic procedures, tumor classifications/terminology, and, most importantly, recognizing the needs of our patients and clients. These needs range from compassionate care and communication for our clients to delivering analgesics and nutritional support to our patients.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year veterinary experience in a specialty environment.
Knowledge and dedication to high standard and fear-free patient care practices.
Strong communication skills to enable respectful and successful lines of communication among team members.
Adaptability in various learning strategies and keen interest to continuing to develop as a technician and team member.
Ability to quickly process, analyze, and react to unplanned and emergent medical situations without delay, so as to ensure the safety of team members and patients.
Ability to stand for up to 12 hours with limited breaks.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

Leverage specialized skills to care for patients and families combating cancer.
Practice at the height of their skills.
Exhibit knowledge in diagnostic procedures and tumor classifications/terminology.
Recognize the needs of our patients and clients.
Provide compassionate care and communication for clients.
Deliver analgesics and nutritional support to patients.