Veterinary Technician - Oncology

Compensation: $35-$45 /hour, based on experience and qualifications

VERG Brooklyn is looking for an experienced Veterinary Oncology Technician to join our specialty team.

In this role, you’ll work closely with our Oncology team to care for patients throughout their cancer treatment journey. From assisting with chemotherapy treatments and diagnostic procedures to supporting patients and their families during difficult moments, you’ll play an important role in providing compassionate, high-quality care.

If you’re a skilled veterinary professional who enjoys specialty medicine, values strong teamwork, and wants to make a meaningful difference for patients and their families, we’d love to hear from you.

Your work makes a meaningful impact: Oncology patients often return to us throughout their treatment, giving you the opportunity to build relationships with both pets and their families. You’ll be an important part of helping patients stay comfortable while receiving the care they need.

You’ll work alongside a specialty team: You’ll collaborate closely with our oncologists, technicians, assistants, and other specialty departments to provide coordinated care for complex cases.

You’ll continue growing: Working in a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital gives you exposure to advanced medicine, challenging cases, and opportunities to strengthen your technical skills while learning from an experienced team.

VERG Brooklyn is a leading 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving pets and their families throughout the tri-state area. Our specialists and emergency teams provide advanced care across departments including Emergency and Critical Care, Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Oncology.

Our Oncology team combines advanced medicine with compassionate care, supporting patients and their families from diagnosis through treatment and ongoing management.

We appreciate the care and dedication our employees bring to VERG Brooklyn every day. Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• FSA and HSA options, including company contributions
• Interest-free health and veterinary payment account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and floating holidays
• Employee pet-care and veterinary service discounts
• Additional employee benefits and perks

As a Veterinary Oncology Technician, you’ll work directly with our Oncology team to support appointments, treatments, procedures, and ongoing patient care.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting oncologists with examinations, diagnostics, procedures, and treatments.
• Preparing patients and safely administering chemotherapy under veterinarian direction and hospital protocols.
• Monitoring patients before, during, and after treatments.
• Performing venipuncture and placing IV catheters.
• Collecting and preparing blood, urine, cytology, and other diagnostic samples.
• Assisting with sedation and anesthesia when needed.
• Calculating, preparing, and administering medications as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records.
• Following appropriate chemotherapy handling, safety, and disposal protocols.
• Communicating with clients regarding appointments, medications, treatment instructions, and follow-up care within the scope of the technician role.
• Providing compassionate support to patients and their families throughout treatment.
• Maintaining treatment areas, equipment, medications, and supplies.
• Collaborating with other specialty and emergency departments to provide coordinated patient care.
• Helping train and support other team members when needed.

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