Licensed Veterinary Technician - Oncology

Overview

Blue Pearl Pet Hospital is hiring an extraordinary Oncology Veterinary Technician.

Schedule:

Monday–Thursday 8am–6pm.

• Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 for qualified LVT candidates.
• Pay: $21.00 – $40.50 per hour. This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through our leveling system.
• Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.
• Competitive shift differential pay for eligible hours worked for nights and weekends (based on a 4-hour minimum).
  • Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = $3.00 shift differential
  • Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $4.50 shift differential
  • Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $3.00 shift differential

Blue Pearl offers: annual continuing education allowance, access to Blue Pearl University for training, and opportunities to advance in the career ladder as part of Mars Veterinary Health.

A Blue Pearl Oncology Technician is self-motivated, a quick thinker, and able to multi-task. Good communication skills and compassion are essential. The right candidate will be responsible for treating and monitoring patients and supporting the clinician with patient care and client communication.

• Perform physical exams and monitor vital signs, including heart rate, pulse, capillary refill, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
• Understand normal vital and lab parameters and alert the doctor when abnormal.
• Perform phlebotomy and place peripheral intravenous catheters in the cephalic vein.
• Calculate basic medical math and prepare materials for chemotherapy administration.
• Safely dispense and administer oral chemotherapy agents; safely dispense, reconstitute and administer SC/IM chemotherapy agents; check chemotherapy agent calculations and dosages.
• Shave and wrap for IV catheter placement for chemotherapy infusion; knowledge of chemotherapy extravasation and response actions.
• Admit and discharge oncology patients with appropriate client education on home care, medication administration, and side effects.
• Maintain comprehension of veterinary medical terminology and communicate with other professionals using appropriate terms.
• Address client concerns and facilitate incoming calls; have knowledge of tumor types and oncology diagnostic work-up protocols.
• Possess working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency in assigned roles by the clinician or supervisor.
• Maintain hospital operations including stocking and cleaning.

• Minimum of two or more years’ experience in a specialty veterinary hospital preferred.
• Self-motivated, capable of multi-tasking, and compassionate with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced oncology setting and support clinicians and clients effectively.

• Pet-focused culture with benefits including pet insurance for associates and treatment discounts.
• Opportunities for growth through leveling by skillset and leadership development programs; part of Mars Veterinary Health with opportunities to advance.
• Commitment to continuous learning with annual CE allowance, free CE sessions, and access to extensive medical journals.

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits and flexible work schedules.
• Paid time off and floating holidays to reset and reflect.
• Access to regional support for managing healthy lifestyle in a fast-paced environment.
• A family-like culture focused on teamwork and high-quality care for pets.

Blue Pearl is committed to a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We provide accommodations during the application process upon request. We are a Drug Free Workplace.

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