Veterinary Technician - Oncology

About the role

Garden State Veterinary Specialists in Eatontown, NJ is excited to announce we are looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology department. This candidate will participate in both injectable chemotherapy as well as radiation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing appointments and managing clients throughout their visit
• Participating with the Oncologist’s in-patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Provide both injectable chemotherapy and radiation therapy depending on patient diagnosis
• Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates
• Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient and procedural assessment such as radiography and CT
• Executing, monitoring, and recovering all assigned sedation and anesthetic events
• Accuracy in calculating and delivering anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs
• Review and understanding of all medical records pertinent to patient care
• Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients being a strong patient advocate during the patient's hospitalization
• Maintaining all equipment on a per-use basis ensuring the safety and best practice care of all patients
• Providing extensive client communication and education on various oncology disease processes

Requirements

• CVT/LVT/RVT preferred, or a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Veterinary Technician
• Will consider those with 2 years veterinary assistant experience and eager to grow in oncology
• Advanced knowledge along with preparation and administration of various chemotherapeutic agents
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must
• Positive outlook and ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English proficiently
• Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Proactive thinking and a positive attitude
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment
• Commitment to developing long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to deliver exceptional client service
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Shift differentials for swing and overnights positions
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA option- some plans paid 100%
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Retail Plan – 401K with employer match
• Licensing fees paid for credentialed technicians
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Time off
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Uniforms provided
• Full Time and credentialed technicians eligible for Sign On Bonus
• Pet discounts for medical care

Schedule

• Sunday-Thursday OR Tuesday-Saturday
• The goal to move to a 4-day work week in the future

Pay

• Competitive wages based on experience

Schedule

• Sunday-Thursday OR Tuesday-Saturday
• The goal to move to a 4-day work week in the future

Application Instructions

• Garden State Veterinary Specialists is located at 246 Industrial Way, Eatontown, NJ 07724
• Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer