Veterinary Assistant - Oncology

About the role

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are open 24/7/365 and staffed by board-certified specialists, creating a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide, fostering collaboration and exceptional care.

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
• Provide 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
• Provide 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
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun

Schedule

Monday through Saturday, four 10-hour shifts, open to split shifts.

Pay

$19.00 - $23.00 / hour based on experience.

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

Location

8650 W Tropicana Ave Suite B107, Las Vegas, NV 89147