Veterinary Oncology Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health•Bowie, MD

1d•$24 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty in Bowie, MD is hiring a full- time Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology team! About us: Step into an exceptional career at Dogs and Cats Emergency Specialists (DCES), a 24/7 state-of-the-art veterinary hospital like no other. At DCES, we're committed to fostering a culture built on Compassion, Collaboration, Education, and Integrity. Our status as a teaching hospital with seven specialty departments offers unparalleled opportunities for continuous growth and career advancement. Our work environment includes: Cutting-edge technology, including a fully integrated in-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, on-site CT and MRI, video endoscopy, cystoscopy, laparoscopy, fluoroscopy, climate-controlled oxygen therapy, and a telemetric ECG system. Wellness Program and the support of a full-time, on-site veterinary social worker who understands and addresses the unique mental health challenges faced by veterinary professionals. Professional Growth and Skill Enhancement Program designed to empower individuals with the tools and resources they need to achieve their career aspirations and continually develop their skills.

Requirements

Shares our commitment to our mission, vision, and values.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a specialty setting
Demonstrated excellence in nursing care and critical thinking skills
Strong desire to learn and grow in the role.
Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.
Proficient in calculating doses and administering drugs and fluids
Ninja-like reflexes to handle surprise tail wags and unexpected bodily fluid encounters
Experience in catheter placement
Strong time management, initiative, and task prioritization skills

Responsibilities

To provide support to the oncologist with incoming consultations
Managing the flow of appointment schedule
Assist DVM with patient assessment
Triage and acquire vitals
Providing nursing skills and support with any treatment and diagnostic requests
Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, fluids, and fine needle aspirates
Administration of sedatives as needed and conducting required patient monitoring
Administering medications via oral, subcutaneous, intravenous, and intramuscular routes
Administering injectable chemotherapeutics as directed, following strict safety guidelines
Record and communicate patient information accurately into patient medical records
Safely and effectively restrain patients
Capable of monitoring patients under anesthesia (ventilator experience is a plus!)
Maintain sanitary conditions of the hospital, clean and efficient working area