Veterinary Technician- Radiology and Oncology

BluePearl; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for their Oncology department. The role involves patient monitoring, administering treatments, and liaising with clients, offering competitive pay and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Pet insurance and discounts on treatments

Opportunities for growth and skill development

Flexible schedules and comprehensive insurance options

Wellness support and paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in a specialty veterinary hospital.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer chemotherapy safely.
• Proficient in monitoring patients and addressing client concerns.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and monitor patients during anesthesia.
• Administer and calculate chemotherapy dosages.
• Provide client education on handling medications and side effects.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Multi-tasking

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring an extraordinary Veterinary Technician to work in our Oncology department and also in Radiology Ultrasounds!

Pay: $22.00 - $44.00 / hour

This pay band is a starting point and depends on experience and advancement through the CareerTrax leveling system.

A BluePearl Technician is self-motivated, a quick thinker, and able to multi-task efficiently. Good communication skills and compassion are essential. Preferably, candidates have a minimum of two or more years' experience in a specialty veterinary hospital. The right candidate will treat and monitor patients, support clinicians with patient care, and communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities include:

1. Perform physical exams; accurately assess heart rate, pulse, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
2. Understand normal vital and lab parameters and alert the doctor to abnormalities.
3. Prepare and restrain patients for ultrasounds.
4. Monitor patients during anesthesia or sedation.
5. Perform phlebotomy.
6. Place peripheral intravenous catheters in the cephalic vein.
7. Calculate basic medical math.
8. Set up materials for chemotherapy administration.
9. Safely dispense and administer oral chemotherapy agents.
10. Safely dispense, reconstitute, and administer SC/IM chemotherapy agents.
11. Check chemotherapy calculations and dosages.
12. Properly shave and wrap for IV catheter placement for chemotherapy infusion.
13. Understand chemotherapy extravasation and procedures if it occurs.
14. Obtain thorough histories from oncology patients, including medications, responses, and side effects.
15. Discharge oncology patients, providing client education on handling medications and side effects at home.
16. Maintain knowledge of veterinary medical terms and communicate effectively with veterinary professionals.
17. Address client concerns professionally during visits and calls.
18. Understand tumor types and diagnostic work-up protocols specific to oncology.
19. Assist with anesthesia/monitoring for ASA I or II classified patients.
20. Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and perform assigned roles proficiently.
21. Maintain hospital operations, including stocking and cleaning.

Why BluePearl?

• We are passionate about pets. Benefits include pet insurance and discounts on treatments, procedures, and food.
• Opportunities for growth through skill development, leadership programs, and career advancement within Mars Veterinary Health.
• We support continuous learning with education allowances, free sessions, and access to BluePearl University and medical journals.
• We prioritize your health and well-being with comprehensive insurance options, parental leave, flexible schedules, 401k, paid time off, and wellness support.
• We foster a family-like culture committed to diversity, respect, and dignity, promoting a supportive work environment.

BluePearl is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request during the application process. We maintain a drug-free workplace.