Veterinary Technician - Oncology

BluePearl Pet Hospital • Framingham, MA

13d • $25 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Framingham, MA is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology team! Play a vital role in diagnosing and treating cancer using advanced tools like radiography, ultrasound, biopsies, and cytology while assisting with chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. Schedule: 4x10 hour week day shifts

Requirements

• Unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.

Nice To Haves

• VTS credentialing

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams, assess vital signs, and recognize abnormal lab values.
• Conduct phlebotomy and place IV catheters for chemotherapy administration.
• Safely prepare, dispense, and administer oral, SC, and IM chemotherapy agents.
• Verify chemotherapy calculations, dosages, and proper IV catheter setup.
• Recognize and respond to chemotherapy extravasation.
• Admit and discharge patients, obtaining history and educating clients on treatment, side effects, and home care.
• Communicate effectively with clients and veterinary teams, addressing concerns and facilitating calls.
• Understand tumor types, diagnostic protocols, and oncology-specific terminology.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring for ASA I & II patients.
• Stay current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R. CPR guidelines and hospital protocols.
• Perform other relevant role responsibilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave
• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals
• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support
• Company-paid disability coverage
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually
• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed