Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Hospital - Oncology Technician Assistant- Part Time

About Us

Indy Vet Emergency and Specialty Hospital is an AAHA, Fear Free, and Cat Friendly hospital that has provided innovative and compassionate care to Indianapolis and its surrounding communities for over 25 years. Our team collaborates to provide aid and comfort to pets and their families when unforeseen medical conditions arise. Our facility boasts human-grade MRI, CT, a blood banking program, an in-house laboratory, digital radiology, Ezyvet, and Vet Radar.

The purpose of an Oncology Technician Assistant is to assist the oncology technicians and veterinarians in providing compassionate high-quality care to our patients. This position will include assisting with oncology-specific restraint, diagnostics, and procedures. Oncology Technician Assistants are expected to complete a daily checklist that will aid in improving workflow, quality of care, and help sustain a comfortable environment for patients during appointments.

• Restrain for various procedures, treatments, and exams
• Prepare lab samples for shipment to external laboratories
• Assist doctor with exams
• Prepare patient for discharge- (clean, owner items are collected, medications to go home)
• Maintain a clean environment and cleaning runs/kennels when patients are discharged
• Assist with patient treatments, including restraint for chemotherapy treatments, as directed by head technician
• Follow chemotherapy safety protocols, including proper handling, cleaning, and disinfecting of contaminated excretions and/or bodily fluids (urine, feces, vomit, blood)
• Checking on all oncology patients during down time and walking patients if indicated
• Perform daily check list including cleaning, stocking, laundry, etc.
• Restraining for IVC placement/venipuncture
• Running in house bloodwork (machine only)
• Assisting in radiographs and restraint for ultrasound
• Setting up for procedures and cleaning up after
• Completing body care for deceased pets
• Communicating with clients in a compassionate manner and documenting client communication as needed
• Filling oral prescriptions
• Assist with ER and other specialties during down time

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8a-4p

· Assist with ER during downtime

• Previous experience at a small animal hospital
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent client service skills and phone etiquette
• Self-motivation
• Attention to detail
• Able to lift up to 50+ lbs without assistance
• Able to stand and sit for extended periods of time
• Able to constantly lift, bend and handle heavy objects on occasion
• Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g. face masks, goggles, latex/non-latex gloves) as needed.
• Ability to safely work with hazardous drugs, including chemotherapy agents, in accordance with safety protocols
• Willingness to work some holidays
• Ability to work successfully independently, as well as on a team
• Flexible with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner
• Ability to understand medical terminology as it applies to their duties
• Prioritization and time management skills
• Working quickly without compromising quality
• Fear free certified or willing to become certified
• High school degree

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Compensation
: $16.00 to $19.00 base pay depending on experience level

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance - including SHOES!
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Pet Discount
• 401k
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Licensing Fees

We invite you to join us in helping people by helping their pets.

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