Veterinary Assistant – Oncology (Part Time)

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Inc; Plymouth Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

401k with match

PTO + CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteer time

Uniform allowance

Pet care discounts

Pet food discounts

Paid lunch breaks

Job summary

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Inc. in Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking a part-time Veterinary Assistant – Oncology to support our growing oncology service. The role offers opportunities to assist in appointments, treatments, diagnostics, and client communication within a compassionate team atmosphere.

Starting pay is $22/hr, based on experience. Benefits include generous PTO, continuing education allowances, health plans, and employee pet care discounts.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a veterinary hospital or specialty practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with EzyVet and in-house lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Oncology team with patient appointments, treatments, diagnostics, and follow-up care.
• Obtain patient histories, prepare exam rooms, and support veterinarians during appointments.
• Collect and process diagnostic samples while operating in-house laboratory equipment.
• Monitor and care for oncology patients throughout their treatment journey.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with specialty and emergency teams to provide seamless patient care.

Skills

Veterinary clinic experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

CVT credentials preferred

Tools

EzyVet

In-house lab equipment

Job description

We’re always looking for passionate, knowledgeable, and all around great people who specialize in the many areas of veterinary services. We take care of our team so they can focus on the care of patients. Our extraordinary team has a shared passion to create an inclusive and diverse environment where we grow together, restore together, and celebrate together. With a variety of backgrounds, ideas, and expertise, we are a team of empathetic individuals with a passion for healing.

Competitive Compensation

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) continually stays up to date on the industry rates and standards so that we can reward our team members with competitive salaries.

With hard work and dedication, MVA will help you grow and develop with education assistance programs as well as a multitude of internal growth opportunities.

Time Off

Time off is important to health and wellbeing, and we offer a generous amount. We know that time spent out of the office doing what you want is what you need.

Continuing Education Compensation

In our animal care field it’s important that we stay tuned into medical advances and technologies. All of our team members are compensated for their continued education.

Multiple Health-Care Packages

All of our team members have a wide variety of Health-Care package options so that they can chose the plan that works best for them.

Employee Pet Accounts

Your pets are our family too. All of our team members are invited to create employee pet accounts for their pet family members so that they too can stay healthy and happy.

Find Career Opportunities With Us

We are continuously looking for a team of friendly and compassionate professionals to contribute to our continued goal. We chose to place patient care and communication first and treat every pet as if they are part of our family, and hope to continue growing with the support of our community.

Veterinary Assistant – Oncology (Part Time)

Veterinary Assistant – Oncology — Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital

Plymouth Meeting, PA | Part-Time

Schedule & Pay

• Opportunity for full-time hours by supporting our Neurology and/or Emergency teams
• Starting pay: $22/hr, based on experience

Why Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k with match
• PTO + CE allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Lunch Breaks
• Pet care discounts
• Pet food discounts
• Paid volunteer time
• Uniform allowance

At Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital, we're committed to providing exceptional specialty care in a Fear Free environment that prioritizes the comfort and well-being of our patients. We're looking for a compassionate Veterinary Technician to support our growing Oncology service and help deliver outstanding care to pets and their families.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Oncology team with patient appointments, treatments, diagnostics, and follow-up care
• Obtain patient histories, prepare exam rooms, and support veterinarians during appointments
• Collect and process diagnostic samples while operating in-house laboratory equipment
• Monitor and care for oncology patients throughout their treatment journey
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and treatment plans
• Collaborate with specialty and emergency teams to provide seamless patient care

What You Bring

• Prior experience working in a veterinary hospital or specialty practice
• CVT credentials preferred but not required
• Proficiency running in-house laboratory analyzers and diagnostic equipment required
• Experience handling animals safely and providing exceptional patient care
• Familiarity with EzyVet
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism when working with patients and clients
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
• Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to high-quality patient care
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
• Willingness to continue learning and growing within veterinary medicine

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital / COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.