Veterinary Technician –Oncology

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay starting at $25

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service-dis

Life/short-term disability

Free CE courses

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare seeks a Veterinary Technician to join the Oncology team in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. This full-time day shift role supports veterinarians, assists with oncology procedures, and helps educate clients to optimize pet care.

Ideal candidates have CVT/LVT/RVT credentials or equivalent, with 1–2 years of oncology experience preferred and AVMA-accredited education preferred. Thrive offers a competitive benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required.
• 1–2 years of clinical Oncology experience preferred.
• Degree from AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and advocate for pets.
• Assist with treatments and procedures and maintain patient flow.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns and care plans.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT

Oncology experience

Client education

Education

AVMA-accredited vet tech program

Job description

Veterinary Technician–Oncology

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Full-time-day shift

About The Hospital

Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens is an Emergency/Specialty hospital located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Our specialty departments include Emergency and Critical Care, Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery/Orthopedics.

We are adding an Oncology department to our list of specialty services Fall 2026!

Our hospital has a friendly and collaborative work environment. We pride ourselves on our teamwork, empathy, and accountability.

We are open 24/7/365 serving the Palm Beach Gardens area.

VSH of PBG is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology TEAM!

About You

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us.

Your Experience & Skills

• Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred, NOT required!
• 1-2 years of clinical experience in an Oncology specialty service is preferred
• A degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

You’re Willing And Able To

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow
• Assist with treatments and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on care, medications, and additional treatments
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members

You’ll Grow With Us

Skills

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

Benefits – Our Care In Action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive compensation-starting at $25/hr
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance
• Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $25/ hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

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