Oncology Veterinary Technician Assistant

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Volunteer hours

Holiday pay

401(k) with employer match

Uniform allowance

Pet discount

Continuing education

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant in Oncology to support patients through cancer care, working closely with oncology clinicians to assist with treatments and diagnostics.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, comfort with PPE during chemotherapy, and ability to lift up to 45 lbs. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a bustling specialty practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary clinical setting is preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills are essential.
• Willingness to work in full PPE during chemotherapy.
• Physical ability to lift up to 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Hold and monitor patients during chemotherapy treatments in full PPE.
• Assist with CT scans, biopsies, ultrasounds, radiographs and oncology appointments.
• Support the diagnostic process with bloodwork and imaging prep.
• Enter diagnostic summaries, charges, and prescriptions into EzyVet and SmartFlow.
• Support client communication, scheduling, and procedure estimates.
• Cross-train with other departments to support hospital flow.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Patient restraint

EzyVet familiarity

SmartFlow familiarity

Team collaboration

Lift up to 45 lbs

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC) is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant in Oncology to support patients through cancer care, working closely with oncology clinicians to assist with treatments and diagnostics.

The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, comfort with PPE during chemotherapy, and ability to lift up to 45 lbs. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a bustling specialty practice.