Oncology Veterinary Assistant — Build Specialty Skills

Ethos Veterinary Health; Vermont; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education & Uniform Allow

VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)

CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement

RECOVER Training for CPR

VTNE reimbursement + VTNE study group

Professional development assistance

PTO

Holiday pay double time

Employee referral bonuses

Pet discount

Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Oncology team on a full‑time, four‑day schedule (Tue–Fri, 8:00am–6:00pm). Compensation is $17–$19/hour with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to grow in specialty medicine.

Ideal candidates bring prior veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, and a passion for oncology. This role supports daily patient care, safety, and client communication in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Previous Veterinary Assistant experience preferred.
• Strong animal handling and restraint skills with basic veterinary medical knowledge.
• Interest in Medical Oncology and specialty veterinary medicine.
• Willingness to learn appropriate safety practices for working around hazardous drugs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Oncology team with daily patient care and department needs.
• Assist with safe animal restraint, handling, husbandry, and patient hygiene.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including patient areas, cages, floors, and laundry facilities.
• Handle laboratory samples for in-hospital testing and outside laboratory submissions.
• Assist with basic medical record keeping and review records to identify missing information or needed items.
• Stock and organize medical supplies, equipment, and janitorial supplies.
• Support the safe handling and workflow associated with oncology patients and hazardous medications.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, veterinarians, technicians, and other hospital team members.
• Continue developing veterinary assisting and specialty medicine skills through hands‑on learning and mentorship.

Skills

Animal handling

Veterinary assisting

English communication

Safety around hazardous drugs

Job description

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Oncology team on a full‑time, four‑day schedule (Tue–Fri, 8:00am–6:00pm). Compensation is $17–$19/hour with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to grow in specialty medicine.

Ideal candidates bring prior veterinary assistant experience, strong animal handling skills, and a passion for oncology. This role supports daily patient care, safety, and client communication in a collaborative