Veterinary Technician Assistant - Oncology

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Pet discounts

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is seeking a veterinary clinical professional to join our team. The role involves monitoring patients during chemotherapy, assisting with diagnostics (CT scans, ultrasounds, radiographs), preparing bloodwork, and maintaining accurate medical records.

This full-time position offers four 10-hour weekdays with some holidays, a pay range of $25 to $35 per hour based on experience, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plan,

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary clinical experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Confident in patient restraint and handling.
• Familiarity with veterinary software like EzyVet or SmartFlow is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and work in full PPE during treatments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients during chemotherapy with full PPE.
• Assist with diagnostics such as CT scans, biopsies, ultrasounds, and radiographs.
• Support diagnostic processes by preparing bloodwork and imaging.
• Maintain accurate medical records, treatment sheets, and controlled drug logs.
• Support client communication, scheduling, and discharge procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Patient restraint

Physical stamina

Familiarity with EzyVet

Familiarity with SmartFlow

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and holding patients during chemotherapy treatments with full PPE
• Assisting with diagnostics such as CT scans, biopsies, ultrasounds, and radiographs
• Supporting diagnostic processes by preparing bloodwork and imaging
• Participating in the radioactive I131 program for hyperthyroid cats
• Maintaining accurate medical records, treatment sheets, and controlled drug logs
• Performing restraint, pain assessments, and helping with medication preparation
• Supporting client communication, scheduling, and discharge procedures
• Assisting with various diagnostics and procedures, and cross-training with other departments

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary clinical experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Confidence in patient restraint and handling
• Familiarity with platforms like EzyVet and SmartFlow is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and work in full PPE during treatments
• A desire to learn, grow, and collaborate in a high-touch environment

This full-time role involves working four 10-hour weekdays, with some holidays required. Compensation ranges from $25 to $35 per hour, based on experience and licensure. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, professional development, and pet discounts.