Veterinary Technician, Medical Oncology

About the role

Join Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital as a full-time Medical Oncology Veterinary Technician in Portsmouth, NH. Work alongside experienced specialists and a collaborative veterinary team while providing advanced oncology care, supporting patients throughout treatment, and helping families through every step of their pet’s journey.

Responsibilities

• Conducting patient intakes and obtaining detailed medical histories
• Documenting treatments, diagnostics, and client communication in EzyVet
• Managing client follow-ups, voicemails, and callbacks
• Performing phlebotomy and catheter placement
• Aiding in physical exams, chemotherapy administration, and diagnostic procedures
• Preparing and collecting diagnostic samples including blood, urine, and fine needle aspirates
• Administering medications and performing accurate medical calculations
• Aiding in diagnostic imaging including radiographs, CT, and ultrasound
• Monitoring anesthesia, sedation, and patient recovery
• Supporting hospitalized oncology patients with ongoing treatments and nursing care
• Communicating treatment plans, estimates, discharge instructions, and updates with clients
• Filling prescriptions and performing in-house laboratory work
• Collaborating closely with doctors and specialty teams to provide advanced, compassionate care

Qualifications

• Active Veterinary Technician license (CVT, LVT, or RVT) required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital preferred
• Experience in specialty medicine or oncology is a plus
• Strong technical skills including phlebotomy, catheter placement, and patient monitoring
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Able to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Solid understanding of veterinary medicine and common disease processes
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Benefits

• Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed
• Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement (does not come out of your CE allowance!)
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO + Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

$22–$35/hour + Higher compensation available for VTS

Schedule

Full-Time
Four 10-hour shifts per week
Rotating weekends required