Veterinary Technician, Oncology

Ethos Veterinary Health; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

CE Allowance

Employee Discount Programs

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's Pet Emergency & Referral Center in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, is seeking an Oncology Veterinary Technician to join our specialty team. This full-time role focuses on delivering advanced nursing care, administering chemotherapy, and supporting patients from diagnosis through recovery.

Expect a four-day workweek, competitive hourly pay of 27–31 USD, and comprehensive benefits. You will work alongside board-certified specialists, develop advanced oncology skills, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of veterinary technician experience.
• CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred but not required.
• Oncology experience strongly preferred.
• Experience administering chemotherapy agents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer chemotherapy treatments and monitor patient responses.
• Perform advanced venipuncture, phlebotomy, and IV catheter placement.
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized oncology patients.
• Maintain detailed medical records and treatment documentation.
• Collaborate with oncology specialists and hospital teams.

Skills

Veterinary Technician

Oncology experience

Chemotherapy administration

Venipuncture & IV catheter

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Job description

Oncology Veterinary Technician | $27 - $31/hr Starting, Based on Experience

• Palm Beach Gardens

Employer

Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) | Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Sign-On Bonuses

• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus + $2,500 Relocation Assistance for Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• Up To $1200 Sign-On Bonus Structure Available for Qualified Unlicensed Technicians

Contract & Hours

Full-Time | Monday-Thursday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Looking for a Veterinary Technician role where you can fully utilize your skills in specialty medicine while maintaining a consistent four-day workweek? Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology team in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This is an opportunity to work alongside specialists, administer chemotherapy treatments, develop advanced nursing skills, and provide life-changing care to oncology patients while working at the top of your license.

Pay & Benefits For Veterinary Technicians

• $25.00-$30.00/hour based on experience
• Up to $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for experienced licensed technicians
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Parental Leave
• Uniform Allowance
• CE Allowance for Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Employee Costco Membership
• Birthday Bonus
• Milestone Recognition Bonuses
• Employee Referral Rewards Program

Schedule

• Full-Time, Monday-Thursday
• 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
• On-call rotation and some holiday coverage required

What You'll Do

As an Oncology Veterinary Technician, you'll provide advanced nursing care and support patients throughout diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Responsibilities include administering chemotherapy treatments and monitoring patient responses, performing advanced venipuncture, phlebotomy, and IV catheter placement, providing nursing care for hospitalized oncology patients, monitoring patients receiving chemotherapy and other specialty treatments, performing in-house laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures, assisting with sedation and anesthesia procedures, calculating medication dosages accurately and independently, maintaining detailed medical records and treatment documentation, collaborating closely with oncology specialists and hospital teams, and delivering exceptional client communication and patient care.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of veterinary technician experience
• CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred but not required
• Previous oncology experience strongly preferred
• Experience administering chemotherapy agents preferred
• Advanced venipuncture and catheter placement skills
• Experience monitoring anesthesia and sedation cases
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to remain calm in fast-paced or emergency situations
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to cross-train and support other hospital departments when needed

Why Oncology at PERC?

Many veterinary technicians are drawn to oncology because it allows them to build lasting relationships with patients and families while utilizing advanced technical skills every day. At PERC, you'll have the opportunity to work directly with veterinary specialists, develop advanced oncology nursing skills, utilize your technical skills to their fullest potential, participate in a collaborative specialty hospital environment, work alongside a supportive and highly experienced team, and continue growing your clinical knowledge through ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.

About Pet Emergency & Referral Center

Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) is a 24-hour Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Hospital located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Our team provides advanced emergency and specialty care while fostering a collaborative environment focused on exceptional patient care, teamwork, and professional growth.

We Proudly Serve Pet Owners Throughout South Florida And Surrounding Communities, And Welcome Applications From Veterinary Technicians Throughout Palm Beach County And The Surrounding South Florida Region, Including

• Palm Beach Gardens
• Jupiter
• Juno Beach
• North Palm Beach
• Palm Beach
• West Palm Beach
• Royal Palm Beach
• Wellington
• Lake Worth Beach
• Boynton Beach
• Delray Beach
• Boca Raton
• Stuart
• Port St. Lucie
• Fort Pierce

For experienced Oncology, Specialty, ER, ICU, and Referral Veterinary Technicians considering relocation, Palm Beach Gardens offers year-round warm weather, proximity to beaches, a growing veterinary specialty community, and no Florida state income tax.

Bring your skills to a team that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and empowers you to work at the top of your license.

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulations.