Oncology Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health; Frazer Township (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Generous pet care discount

Flexible schedule

FSA/HSA

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's Veterinary Referral Center in Malvern, PA seeks an Oncology Veterinary Technician to support oncology patients and families through diagnosis and treatment. Work with oncologists, nurses, and staff across appointments, imaging, and therapies in a 24/7 referral hospital environment.

Responsibilities include admitting patients, monitoring vitals, preparing chemo materials, and client education, with on-call shifts and paid on-call fees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current veterinary technician credentialing; oncology VTS preferred but not required.
• Strong nursing skills: phlebotomy, IV catheter, patient monitoring, medical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Admit oncology patients, obtain histories and document treatments.
• Monitor vital signs, lab results, and communicate concerns promptly.
• Perform phlebotomy, IV placement, and nursing care during visits.
• Prepare chemotherapy materials, dose checks, and dispense medications per protocol.
• Discharge patients and educate clients on meds and home care.
• Support scheduling, records, inventory, and maintain clean area.
• Train team members in nursing skills and workflows.

Skills

Phlebotomy

IV catheter

Patient monitoring

Medical calculations

Communication

Emergency care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Veterinary Referral Center (VRC) is a comprehensive, referral specialty & emergency critical care veterinary hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for appointments, advanced imaging, surgery and emergency/critical care services. At our hospital, you'll be working alongside a large team of experienced & board-certified veterinarians with advanced specialized training who utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals. Our veterinary services include trauma treatment and critical care, medical oncology, radiation therapy oncology, cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, MRI and CT, endoscopy, rehabilitation, and emergency services.

Oncology Veterinary Technician

We are seeking an Oncology Veterinary Technician to support patients and their families throughout diagnosis and treatment. You will work closely with oncologists, technicians, assistants, and other hospital teams to provide skilled nursing care, coordinate treatment visits, and help clients understand their pets’ care at home.

Location: VRC (Veterinary Referral Center) 340 Lancaster Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355

Schedule: Day Shift 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Holidays and weekends as needed. One on call shift per month is required - our nurses get to decide if they work in anesthesia or treatment on call!

Pay: $24 - $34

• Credentialed Veterinary Technicians receive an additional $2/hr.
• Veterinary Technician Specialists receive an additional $4/hr.
• $350 on call fee for Anesthesia on call on top of hourly pay!
• $300 on call fee for Treatment on call on top of hourly pay!

What you will do

• Admit oncology patients, obtain thorough histories, and document medications, treatment responses, and side effects.
• Assess patients, monitor vital signs and laboratory results, and promptly communicate concerns to the medical team.
• Perform phlebotomy, place peripheral IV catheters, and provide nursing care during diagnostic and treatment visits.
• Prepare materials for chemotherapy, perform oncology calculations and dose checks, and safely dispense and administer oral and IV chemotherapy within hospital protocols and your authorized scope.
• Recognize potential chemotherapy extravasation and respond according to hospital protocol.
• Monitor sedated or anesthetized patients when applicable.
• Discharge patients and provide clear client education about medications, treatment side effects, handling oral chemotherapy, and managing patient waste after treatment.
• Support scheduling, medical records, inventory, and a clean, organized treatment area.
• Share your knowledge and help train team members in appropriate nursing skills and workflows.

What you bring

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current veterinary technician credentialing. VTS certification in oncology is preferred, not required.
• Strong nursing skills, including phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, patient monitoring, and medical calculations.
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and colleagues, especially during emotionally difficult visits.
• Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm during a medical emergency.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) with a company match!
• Employee assistance program
• Generous employee pet care discount at 80%!!
• Flexible schedule
• FSA/HSA