Veterinary Oncology Assistant — Full-Time, Career Growth

Ethos Veterinary Health; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

RACE-approved CE

License reimbursement

VTNE reimbursement

PTO

Double pay on holidays

Referral bonuses

Pet discount

Health, dental, vision

HSA/FSA options

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Oncology team on a full-time four-day schedule (Tue–Fri, 8:00am–6:00pm). The position offers $17–$19/hour, opportunities to gain specialty oncology experience, and a collaborative hospital environment.

Responsibilities include patient care, safe restraint, record-keeping, and lab sample handling, with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities available.

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

Oncology interest

Safety around hazardous drugs

Independent work with teamwork

Fluent English

Job description

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join the Oncology team on a full-time four-day schedule (Tue–Fri, 8:00am–6:00pm). The position offers $17–$19/hour, opportunities to gain specialty oncology experience, and a collaborative hospital environment.

Responsibilities include patient care, safe restraint, record-keeping, and lab sample handling, with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities available.