Veterinary Technician - Medical Oncology

Innovetive PetCare • Marietta, GA

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About The Position

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Marietta, Georgia, is seeking a veterinary professional to join its Medical Oncology team. The role provides nursing care for oncology patients throughout diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, supporting advanced cancer treatment in a collaborative specialty and emergency hospital. Veterinary Technicians, LVTs, and Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills and an interest in specialty medicine are encouraged to apply.

The position involves supporting chemotherapy appointments and treatment plans, administering medications and prescribed therapies, assisting with specialty procedures and diagnostics, and educating clients about treatment and at-home care. The technician collaborates with Medical Oncology, Internal Medicine, Emergency, ICU, and other specialty teams. The full-time schedule is 7:00 AM–5:00 PM in 10-hour shifts. Team members should be comfortable standing and walking throughout a shift, restraining patients, lifting up to 50 pounds independently, and working around animals, medical chemicals, chemotherapy agents, and other materials common to a specialty veterinary hospital.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of veterinary hospital experience with a strong foundation in clinical nursing and patient care.
• Experience with venipuncture, blood collection, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty environment.
• Comfort standing and walking throughout the shift, performing patient restraint, and lifting up to 50 pounds independently.
• Comfort working around animals, medical chemicals, chemotherapy agents, and other materials commonly found in a specialty veterinary hospital.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential.
• Veterinary Oncology or specialty medicine experience.
• Emergency, Critical Care, ICU, or Internal Medicine experience.
• Previous chemotherapy administration experience and familiarity with hazardous drug safety practices.
• RECOVER CPR Certification.
• Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills and an interest in specialty medicine are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care for oncology patients through diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
• Monitor patient comfort, response to treatment, and quality of life.
• Support chemotherapy appointments, rechecks, and ongoing treatment plans.
• Administer medications, fluids, and prescribed therapies, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Prepare and administer chemotherapy according to established protocols and safety standards.
• Follow OSHA and NIOSH hazardous drug handling guidelines, including appropriate PPE use and safe disposal.
• Perform venipuncture, blood collection, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Assist with fine needle aspirates, biopsies, staging, diagnostic imaging, and other specialty procedures.
• Educate clients about treatment plans, medications, and at-home care, and support them during emotionally sensitive conversations.
• Reinforce patient comfort and quality-of-life recommendations.
• Collaborate with Medical Oncology, Internal Medicine, Emergency, ICU, and other specialty teams.

Benefits

• Generous annual continuing education allowance and two paid CE days.
• Specialty training, mentorship, and hands-on learning.
• Exposure to advanced oncology cases and treatment protocols.
• Support for specialty certifications and VTS development.
• Professional membership and licensure support.
• Career growth opportunities across the network of practices.
• Sign-on bonus opportunities: up to $6,000 for LVTs with ER and specialty veterinary experience, or up to $1,000 for Veterinary Assistants with professional ER or Critical Care experience, subject to qualifications and program terms.
• Eligible veterinary technicians who graduated from an accredited veterinary technology program within the last three years may receive up to $4,000 annually in student loan assistance for three years through HeadStart.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability.
• Employee assistance and mental health resources.
• Employee pet care discounts.
• Professional membership support.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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