Veterinary Technician - Oncology

Veritas Veterinary Partners; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 33,062 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

CE allowance

401k retirement plan

Insurance options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners in Wheat Ridge, CO is seeking an experienced Oncology Veterinary Technician to provide compassionate nursing care for animal patients undergoing cancer treatment. You will administer medications, assist with anesthesia and radiography, and support client education.

Join a collaborative team focused on high-quality veterinary oncology and ongoing professional development. The position offers a competitive hourly salary, comprehensive benefits, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician (RVT/CVT) in good standing.
• Strong client communication and empathy.
• Commitment to high-quality nursing care and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications.
• Assist with anesthesia, monitoring, and CRIs as needed.
• Position and take radiographs; collect and prepare blood samples.
• Administer chemotherapy per protocols and educate clients.
• Maintain accurate treatment records and documentation.
• Provide compassionate patient care and support toOwners.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Technician

Job description

About the Job

The oncology veterinary technician is responsible for the general nursing care and treatment of animal patients.

How you're going to make a difference

• Placement and maintenance of IV catheters
• Calculate and administer both oral and injectable medications
• Accuracy in calculating, delivering, and maintaining anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs
• Safely position and take radiographs and obtain and prepare various blood samples for diagnostic testing
• Administer chemotherapy as directed, ensuring all protocols are followed and adhered to
• Providing extensive client communication and education on various oncology disease processes
• Maintain accurate treatment sheets

What you will bring

• Experience working as a Registered Veterinary Technician
• Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and their owners
• Positive outlook, ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, and commitment to develop long- term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
• Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!

Schedule: Monday through Friday, four 10-hour shifts

Salary: $24 - $29 / hour for veterinary technicians based on experience

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary based on experience
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
• Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
• 401k retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
• Paid time off and time to enjoy it!

Location: 10140 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.