Oncology Veterinary Assistant: Hands-On Specialty Care

Ethos Veterinary Health

Williston (ND)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 26,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education
Uniform allowance
License reimbursement
CPR training
VTNE reimbursement
PTO
Holiday pay
Employee discount
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
HSA/FSA options
401(k) with employer match

Job summary

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our Oncology team. This full-time position features a four-day schedule, Tuesday–Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm, with a salary of $17–$19/hour and opportunities to grow in specialty medicine.

You will support daily patient care, assist with restraints, handle lab samples, maintain clean environment, and collaborate with veterinarians and technicians while advancing oncology skills.

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.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Clear, compassionate communication skills by phone, email, and in person.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
  • Motivated to learn, grow, and expand your veterinary skills.
  • Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

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
Communication skills
Independence
Team collaboration
Attention to detail
Fluent English
Oncology interest
Safety around hazardous drugs
Growth mindset

Job description

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our Oncology team. This full-time position features a four-day schedule, Tuesday–Friday, 8:00am–6:00pm, with a salary of $17–$19/hour and opportunities to grow in specialty medicine.

You will support daily patient care, assist with restraints, handle lab samples, maintain clean environment, and collaborate with veterinarians and technicians while advancing oncology skills.

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