Veterinary Technician (Oncology)

Job Overview

As an Oncology Technician, your job is to assist the oncologist in diagnosing, staging, and treating cancer. The technician’s main responsibility is to safely administer chemotherapy to patients while keeping yourself and fellow team members safe. The job also consists of using your knowledge and compassion to educate the client regarding their pet’s diagnosis and treatment. The oncology department’s primary mission is to provide high quality, thoughtful and personal patient care, while meeting the needs of the community through our service.

Responsibilities

*Acquire client/patient histories and patient vitals *Perform basic diagnostic testing *Operate in house hematology and chemistry analyzers (IDEXX) *Perform manual PCV/TS evaluation, blood differential counts and platelet counts *Package send-out samples (IDEXX, CSU, Antec, etc) *Perform urinalysis sediment evaluation *Assist the oncologist with physical exams and basic procedures *Perform venipuncture from different access points (jugular and peripheral veins) and cystocentesis *Place clean stick IV catheters *Obtain radiographs *Assist and hold for ultrasounds *Assist with operation of the CT machine *Monitor patients under sedation *Perform or assist with anesthesia for basic procedures and diagnostic testing *Endotracheal tube intubation *Monitor patient parameters and vitals during anesthesia *Monitor patients through anesthesia recovery *Care for hospitalized and day-admit patients assigned to the Oncology department *Administer medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous routes *Discharge patients to their owners after hospitalization or treatment *Prepare and administer chemotherapy *Operation of the chemotherapy hood *Understand chemotherapy calculations and dosages *Client communication *Client education related to common oncology disease processes, chemotherapy side effects, chemotherapy handling at home *Communication of normal or expected test results *Discussion of end of life care and decision making *Assist with clinical record keeping

Qualifications

*Licensed Veterinary Technician in good standing in the state of Texas, or the ability to obtain Texas license prior to employment *Oncology experience is preferred but not required *Two years of experience as a Veterinary Technician in an emergency, specialty or general practice environment *Positive attitude and collaborative work ethic *Ability to prioritize multiple simultaneous work tasks and work through them efficiently *Desire to remain compliant with OSHA, AAHA, and all chemotherapy standards *Be supportive of low stress animal handling technicians *Ability to be reliable and show up to work on-time *Physical Abilities *Be able to lift 40 lbs without assistance *Be able to safely restrain animals in a sitting, standing and lateral position *Be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time *Be able to properly wear all personal protective equipment for chemotherapy administration

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be asked to perform other related duties to meet the day to day needs of the hospital (such as temporarily helping a different department that is short on staff).

Available shifts and compensation: Available shifts on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Compensation is $18.00 - $30.00/hour.

About Violet Crown Veterinary Specialists: Violet Crown Veterinary Specialists is looking for an individual to join our team. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, motivated and trustworthy. Learn more about us at www.violetcrownvet.com.

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