Veterinary Technician – Oncology (Part Time)

Metropolitan Veterinary Associates; Hickorytown (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with match

PTO + CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Lunch Breaks

Pet care discounts

Pet food discounts

Paid volunteer time

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital in Plymouth Meeting, PA, is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to support our Oncology service and deliver outstanding care to pets and their families.

This part-time role involves assisting with appointments, diagnostics, and treatments, maintaining records, and collaborating with neurology, emergency, and specialty teams to ensure seamless patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary hospital or specialty practice is preferred.
• CVT credentials are preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with in-house laboratories and diagnostic equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Oncology team with patient appointments, treatments, diagnostics, and follow-up care.
• Obtain patient histories, prepare exam rooms, and support veterinarians during appointments.
• Collect and process diagnostic samples while operating in-house laboratory equipment.
• Monitor and care for oncology patients throughout treatment and maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate clearly with clients about patient care and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with specialty and emergency teams to provide seamless care.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Patient care

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

CVT credentials preferred

Tools

EzyVet

In-house lab equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician – Oncology (Part Time)

Veterinary Technician – Oncology — Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital

Plymouth Meeting, PA | Part-Time

Schedule & Pay

• Opportunity for full-time hours by supporting our Neurology and/or Emergency teams
• Starting pay: $22/hr, based on experience

Why Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401k with match
• PTO + CE allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Lunch Breaks
• Pet care discounts
• Pet food discounts
• Paid volunteer time
• Uniform allowance

At Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital, we're committed to providing exceptional specialty care in a Fear Free environment that prioritizes the comfort and well-being of our patients. We're looking for a compassionate Veterinary Technician to support our growing Oncology service and help deliver outstanding care to pets and their families.

What You'll Do

• Assist the Oncology team with patient appointments, treatments, diagnostics, and follow-up care
• Obtain patient histories, prepare exam rooms, and support veterinarians during appointments
• Collect and process diagnostic samples while operating in-house laboratory equipment
• Monitor and care for oncology patients throughout their treatment journeyMaintain accurate medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient care and treatment plans
• Collaborate with specialty and emergency teams to provide seamless patient care

What You Bring

• Prior experience working in a veterinary hospital or specialty practice
• CVT credentials preferred but not required
• Proficiency running in-house laboratory analyzers and diagnostic equipment required
• Experience handling animals safely and providing exceptional patient care
• Familiarity with EzyVet
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism when working with patients and clients
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
• Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to high-quality patient care
• Ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
• Willingness to continue learning and growing within veterinary medicine

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to meet you.

Hickory Veterinary and Specialty Hospital / COVE Animal Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.