Veterinary Technician - Oncology

VERG Brooklyn•New York, NY

46d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

VERG Brooklyn is seeking an experienced Veterinary Oncology Technician to join their specialty team. This role involves caring for patients throughout their cancer treatment journey, including assisting with chemotherapy treatments, diagnostic procedures, and supporting patients and their families. The ideal candidate is a skilled veterinary professional who values teamwork and wants to make a meaningful difference.

Requirements

Experience working as a veterinary technician or assistant.
Comfortable providing hands-on patient care in a busy hospital environment.
Confident with technical skills such as venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
Understanding of the importance of accuracy and safety when handling medications and chemotherapy agents.
Professional and compassionate communication with clients and coworkers.
Ability to stay organized while managing multiple patients and priorities.
Ability to remain calm and focused in emotionally challenging situations.
Eagerness to learn and continue developing skills in specialty medicine.

Nice To Haves

Specialty, oncology, emergency, or referral experience is strongly preferred.
Enjoys collaborating with doctors, technicians, assistants, and other departments.

Responsibilities

Assisting oncologists with examinations, diagnostics, procedures, and treatments.
Preparing patients and safely administering chemotherapy under veterinarian direction and hospital protocols.
Monitoring patients before, during, and after treatments.
Performing venipuncture and placing IV catheters.
Collecting and preparing blood, urine, cytology, and other diagnostic samples.
Assisting with sedation and anesthesia when needed.
Calculating, preparing, and administering medications as directed by the veterinarian.
Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records.
Following appropriate chemotherapy handling, safety, and disposal protocols.
Communicating with clients regarding appointments, medications, treatment instructions, and follow-up care within the scope of the technician role.
Providing compassionate support to patients and their families throughout treatment.
Maintaining treatment areas, equipment, medications, and supplies.
Collaborating with other specialty and emergency departments to provide coordinated patient care.
Helping train and support other team members when needed.