Vet Oncology Assistant: Team-Based Pet Cancer Care

The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy; Grafton (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Oncology service. The role involves supporting integrated clinical care, assisting with chemotherapy and radiation treatments, and helping manage appointments and patient flow in a high-quality, team-based environment.

The position emphasizes laboratory tasks, documentation, and maintaining equipment and safety protocols while delivering compassionate care to small animals and exotic pets.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 1 year of related experience.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and animal behavior.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation.
• Engaged, motivated learner and team player.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Assist with appointments, chemotherapy and radiation treatments.
• Support patient admissions, discharges and overall workflow in oncology.

Skills

Low-stress handling

Client communication

Team collaboration

Laboratory support

Education

Bachelor's in animal science

NAVTA veterinary assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Oncology service. The role involves supporting integrated clinical care, assisting with chemotherapy and radiation treatments, and helping manage appointments and patient flow in a high-quality, team-based environment.

The position emphasizes laboratory tasks, documentation, and maintaining equipment and safety protocols while delivering compassionate care to small animals and exotic pets.