Veterinary Technician - Oncology

VERG Brooklyn; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Pet-care discounts

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA contributions

Job summary

VERG Brooklyn is seeking an experienced Veterinary Oncology Technician to join our 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital. You’ll work with our Oncology team to support chemotherapy, diagnostic procedures, and ongoing patient care, while guiding families through treatment with compassion.

You’ll collaborate with oncologists, technicians, and other departments to provide coordinated care, maintain accurate records, and uphold safety protocols during handling of chemotherapy agents.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant in a busy hospital setting.
• Specialty, oncology, emergency, or referral experience preferred.
• Demonstrated compassion and patient-care focus.

Responsibilities

• Assist oncologists with examinations, diagnostics, procedures, and treatments.
• Prepare patients and administer chemotherapy under veterinarian direction.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after treatments.
• Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters.
• Collect and prepare blood, urine, cytology, and other samples.
• Assist with sedation and anesthesia as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records and safety protocols.
• Communicate with clients about appointments and care instructions.
• Collaborate with other departments for coordinated patient care.
• Train and support other team members when needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Safety and accuracy

Client communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Education

Veterinary technician certification

Job description

Compensation: $35-$45 /hour, based on experience and qualifications

VERG Brooklyn is looking for an experienced Veterinary Oncology Technician to join our specialty team.

In this role, you’ll work closely with our Oncology team to care for patients throughout their cancer treatment journey. From assisting with chemotherapy treatments and diagnostic procedures to supporting patients and their families during difficult moments, you’ll play an important role in providing compassionate, high-quality care.

If you’re a skilled veterinary professional who enjoys specialty medicine, values strong teamwork, and wants to make a meaningful difference for patients and their families, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Your work makes a meaningful impact: Oncology patients often return to us throughout their treatment, giving you the opportunity to build relationships with both pets and their families. You’ll be an important part of helping patients stay comfortable while receiving the care they need.

You’ll work alongside a specialty team: You’ll collaborate closely with our oncologists, technicians, assistants, and other specialty departments to provide coordinated care for complex cases.

You’ll continue growing: Working in a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital gives you exposure to advanced medicine, challenging cases, and opportunities to strengthen your technical skills while learning from an experienced team.

About VERG Brooklyn

VERG Brooklyn is a leading 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving pets and their families throughout the tri-state area. Our specialists and emergency teams provide advanced care across departments including Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Oncology.

Our Oncology team combines advanced medicine with compassionate care, supporting patients and their families from diagnosis through treatment and ongoing management.

Benefits That Support You

We appreciate the care and dedication our employees bring to VERG Brooklyn every day. Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• FSA and HSA options, including company contributions
• Interest-free health and veterinary payment account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and floating holidays
• Employee pet-care and veterinary service discounts
• Additional employee benefits and perks

What You’ll Do

As a Veterinary Oncology Technician, you’ll work directly with our Oncology team to support appointments, treatments, procedures, and ongoing patient care.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting oncologists with examinations, diagnostics, procedures, and treatments.
• Preparing patients and safely administering chemotherapy under veterinarian direction and hospital protocols.
• Monitoring patients before, during, and after treatments.
• Performing venipuncture and placing IV catheters.
• Collecting and preparing blood, urine, cytology, and other diagnostic samples.
• Assisting with sedation and anesthesia when needed.
• Calculating, preparing, and administering medications as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records.
• Following appropriate chemotherapy handling, safety, and disposal protocols.
• Communicating with clients regarding appointments, medications, treatment instructions, and follow-up care within the scope of the technician role.
• Providing compassionate support to patients and their families throughout treatment.
• Maintaining treatment areas, equipment, medications, and supplies.
• Collaborating with other specialty and emergency departments to provide coordinated patient care.
• Helping train and support other team members when needed.

What You Bring

You have experience working as a veterinary technician or assistant and are comfortable providing hands-on patient care in a busy hospital environment. Specialty, oncology, emergency, or referral experience is strongly preferred.

You’re someone who:

• Provides compassionate and attentive patient care.
• Is confident with technical skills such as venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
• Understands the importance of accuracy and safety when handling medications and chemotherapy agents.
• Communicates professionally and compassionately with clients and coworkers.
• Stays organized while managing multiple patients and priorities.
• Remains calm and focused in emotionally challenging situations.
• Enjoys collaborating with doctors, technicians, assistants, and other departments.
• Is eager to learn and continue developing their skills in specialty medicine.

Because VERG Brooklyn cares for patients 24 hours a day, seven days a week, scheduling flexibility is important. Available schedules will be discussed during the interview process.

What's Next?

If you’d like to work for a hospital that gives you the opportunity to grow your skills, practice advanced medicine, and make a meaningful difference for patients and their families, we’d love to learn more about you!

If you'd like to check us out before applying:

VERG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

US Pay Range

$35 - $45 USD