Veterinary Technician, Oncology

Ethos Veterinary Health; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

CE allowance

Scrub allowance

401(k)

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician or Senior Veterinary Assistant to join the Dublin Oncology team. You will support veterinarians, administer chemotherapy, and ensure compassionate care for patients and owners in a fast-paced hospital.

We offer a dynamic environment with access to advanced oncology services, ongoing professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package. Full-time schedule, 4/10 shift, in Dublin, CA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of clinical experience in veterinary industry.
• RVT license preferred but not required for all roles.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.
• Ability to perform accurate drug dose calculations and CRIs.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in oncology procedures and treatments.
• Administer chemotherapy as prescribed.
• Provide compassionate patient and client support.
• Conduct diagnostic tests and prepare samples for analysis.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure protocol compliance.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians and staff.

Skills

RVT license

Clinical veterinary experience

Interpersonal skills

Dose calculations

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Vacuum?

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician or Senior Veterinary Assistant - Oncology - SAGE Campbell

Compensation: RVT $30–$40/hr | Senior Veterinary Assistant $26–$34/hr
Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus available for qualified applicants! Relocation assistance also available for qualified candidates.

Full-time opportunity in Dublin, California

Schedule: Full-time, 4/10 schedule between Monday-Friday

You will be the "right hand" to our veterinarians on staff, helping maintain the highest level of care and comfort for our clients' beloved pets. You are dedicated and passionate about enhancing lives through superior pet care, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment that fosters your growth and supports your development.

Why Join SAGE Dublin

At SAGE Dublin, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll specialize in many areas of veterinary medicine using the most current knowledge and treatments available, backed by state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and surgical tools. In addition to a robust Oncology service, the hospital offers Emergency, Critical Care, Surgery, and Internal Medicine.

Being a Veterinary Technician on the Dublin Oncology team gives you the opportunity to expand your skillset while working alongside board-certified Oncologists, allowing you to truly practice at the top of your license.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Assist veterinarians in oncology procedures and treatments
• Administer chemotherapy
• Provide compassionate care and support to both patients and their owners
• Conduct diagnostic tests and prepare samples for analysis
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with protocols
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• High school diploma
• 3+ years of clinical experience in the veterinary industry; RVT license preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with staff and clients using tact, patience, professional courtesy, and confidentiality and discretion where appropriate
• Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
• Ability to maintain the California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP), obtained within 60 days of hire or transfer into this role (waived if you hold a valid CA-RVT license)
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance

• Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• $2,000 annual CE allowance, plus access to thousands of courses through VetBloom
• Anesthesia Workshops for continued clinical growth
• License application and renewal reimbursement for RVTs
• Financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTS
• $160 annual scrub allowance
• Health and wellness programs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flex‑spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 3 weeks accrued paid time off
• Up to 50% off pet care benefits
• Monthly birthday celebrations and employee appreciation events in a culture‑focused hospital environment

Location Highlight

Dublin, California sits in the East Bay, offering easy access to San Francisco and Silicon Valley alongside a more relaxed, community‑oriented feel. With regional parks and a strong local food scene, it's a great home base for building your career while enjoying everyday quality of life.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.