Veterinary Technician - Oncology
About The Position
Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, a VECCS Level I Certified specialty and emergency hospital in Middletown, Connecticut, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to join its Oncology Department. The technician will work alongside experienced Oncology specialists to support advanced treatments and therapies, helping patients achieve the best possible quality of life. The role involves building relationships with patients and clients and contributing to their care from diagnosis through ongoing treatment. The position is part of a collaborative specialty environment where teams across Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Oncology, Surgery, and Exotics work together to provide patient care. The hospital emphasizes teamwork, communication, professional growth, and continuous learning. The schedule is full-time, four 10-hour shifts per week, with shared holiday coverage required. Pay is $22.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience and certifications. Additional compensation is available for technicians with a VTS credential and those actively pursuing one.
Requirements
- Strong venipuncture and phlebotomy skills.
- Experience placing and maintaining IV catheters.
- Strong anesthesia knowledge and patient-monitoring experience.
- Experience with patient restraint and nursing care.
- Strong communication and client-service skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology.
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) credential.
- Oncology and/or chemotherapy experience.
- CPR training or certification.
- Experience with EzyVet and SmartFlow.
- Specialty or emergency medicine experience.
- VTS credential or active pursuit of a VTS.
- Passion for continued learning and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Support Oncology specialists in providing advanced treatments and therapies.
- Help patients receive care throughout their treatment journey, from diagnosis through ongoing care.
- Build relationships with patients and clients.
- Contribute observations and expertise to patient care in a collaborative specialty environment.
- Perform venipuncture and phlebotomy, place and maintain IV catheters, monitor anesthesia and patients, and provide restraint and nursing care.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Safe Harbor 401(k) with strong employer match and immediate vesting.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Annual uniform allowance.
- Up to 75% employee pet care discount.
- Mental health focused services.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
- Team building events.
- Additional compensation for VTS-credentialed technicians and those actively pursuing a VTS.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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