Veterinary Assistant - Oncology
About The Position
The oncology assistant will take direction from and perform duties under the supervision of doctors. How you'll make a difference Maintenance of IV catheters Calculate and administer both oral and injectable medications Accuracy in calculating, delivering, and maintaining anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs Safely position and take radiographs and obtain and prepare various blood samples for diagnostic testing Administer chemotherapy as directed, ensuring all protocols are followed and adhered to Provide quality, compassionate care for hospitalized patients Providing extensive client communication and education on various oncology disease processes Maintain accurate treatment sheets
Requirements
- 2+ years working as a Veterinary Assistant
- Proficiency in processing basic laboratory specimens
- Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology
- Understanding of normal vs abnormal physiologic ranges
- Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and their owners
- Positive outlook, ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
- Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!
Responsibilities
- Maintenance of IV catheters
- Calculate and administer both oral and injectable medications
- Accuracy in calculating, delivering, and maintaining anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs
- Safely position and take radiographs and obtain and prepare various blood samples for diagnostic testing
- Administer chemotherapy as directed, ensuring all protocols are followed and adhered to
- Provide quality, compassionate care for hospitalized patients
- Providing extensive client communication and education on various oncology disease processes
- Maintain accurate treatment sheets
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary based on experience
- Mental health support with Talkspace
- Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
- Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
- 401k retirement plan options with company match
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
- Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
- 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
- Hospital discounts as well as pet insurance
- Paid time off and time to enjoy it!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
