Oncology Licensed Veterinary Technician

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician! 

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PetVet Care Centers' Hope Advanced Veterinary Center is currently seeking Oncology Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

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Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Virginia Licensed Veterinary Technician credential or eligibility to obtain Virginia licensure.
• Minimum of three years of veterinary clinical experience.
  
• Minimum of one year of oncology or internal medicine veterinary experience.
• Demonstrated competence in veterinary technician or assistant skills, including patient assessment, restraint, vital sign monitoring, medication administration, laboratory procedures, and medical calculations appropriate to the individual’s training and scope of practice.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
  
• Strong client service and conflict-resolution skills
• Proficiency with computer systems, email, scheduling software, and veterinary practice management systems.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience training and mentoring veterinary technicians, assistants, and students. timekeeping accuracy, staffing levels, and labor utilization.
  
• Working knowledge of Instinct, Impromed, or similar practice management systems
  
• Fear Free Certification

Schedule:

• Department Hours 7AM-6PM; Monday-Friday. Weekend On-call Availability.
• Schedule can be flexible with 3 -12 hour days or 4-10 hour days.

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range 27 - 39.83 USD