Veterinary Oncology Technician – Cancer Care Specialist

Socket.dev; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

HSA funded by employer

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Continuing education

Job summary

VCSG in Chattanooga is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Medical Oncology Team. You will work with board-certified oncologists and support pets and their parents through cancer care using ultrasound, cytology, biopsies, and radiology.

This high-touch role requires 2–3 years of veterinary assistant experience with oncology or internal medicine, excellent client communication, and precise record keeping.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of veterinary assistant experience with oncology or internal medicine preferred.
• Strong client communication and multitasking abilities.
• Experience with chemotherapy-focused patient care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Chemotherapy treatment support and client education on post-care.
• Monitor oncology patients during treatment, including anesthesia.
• Assist with biopsies, cytology, and histopathology procedures.
• Guide owners through treatment options and at-home care.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and update plans.
• Provide pain management and palliative care when needed.
• Collaborate with board-certified oncologists for coordinated care.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Medication administration

Client communication

EMR (Instinct)

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Tools

Instinct EMR

Job description

VCSG in Chattanooga is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Medical Oncology Team. You will work with board-certified oncologists and support pets and their parents through cancer care using ultrasound, cytology, biopsies, and radiology.

This high-touch role requires 2–3 years of veterinary assistant experience with oncology or internal medicine, excellent client communication, and precise record keeping.