Experienced Oncology Vet Tech/Assistant

PetVet Care Centers; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 34,440 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers\' Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking an Experienced Technician / Assistant in the Oncology Department to join our team and support medical care for oncology patients. The role provides patient care, exams, diagnostics, anesthesia assistance, nursing care, and meticulous medical recordkeeping to support veterinarians and clients.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position emphasizing teamwork, compassion, and hands‑on skills to manage oncology cases.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent phlebotomy skills.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to take initiative, follow direction and work in a team.
• Must have sound decision making skills and be able to multi-task while working in an environment of stress.
• Ability to safely and securely restrain animals using proper restraint techniques.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; assists as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Multi-tasking

Animal restraint

Client service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PetVet Care Centers\' Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking an Experienced Technician / Assistant in the Oncology Department to join our team and support medical care for oncology patients. The role provides patient care, exams, diagnostics, anesthesia assistance, nursing care, and meticulous medical recordkeeping to support veterinarians and clients.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position emphasizing teamwork, compassion, and hands‑on skills to manage oncology cases.