Thrive Pet Healthcare is Hiring a Registered Veterinary Oncology Technician Near Tustin, CA
Veterinary Cancer Group of Orange County is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our exceptional radiation oncology team! Someone who shares in our team’s core values of providing outstanding patient care and compassion. If you have a desire to make positive impacts on the lives of people and pets, then VCG is the place for you! Veterinary Cancer Group OC was founded in 1992 and has grown from a one doctor practice into one of the largest and most well-renowned veterinary oncology groups in the world. We are thrilled to be celebrating 30 years in practice this year. We’re located in Tustin, near pristine beaches, tranquil hiking trails, superb restaurants, quaint boutiques, museums, Sony picture studios and so much more. Veterinary Cancer Group has three other sites throughout Southern California. Requirements:
Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience
RVT license required
Knowledge of veterinary medicine and terminology
Prior chemotherapy experience desired, but willing to train the right candidate
Strong verbal and written skills
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to communicate calmly, clearly and effectively with both staff and clients
Ability to handle high stress situations
Willingness to cross train in other areas of the hospital
Essential Job Duties:
Able to assess changes in hospitalized patients condition and advise Doctor, updates owners on a daily basis
Able to perform venipuncture, place IV catheterization, comfortable administering IV/IM/SQ injections
Able to provide fluid therapy and drug calculations
Experienced in animal handling and restraint
Obtain, run and process diagnostic test
Administer and fill medications
Must be proficient in catheterizations i.e.: urinary, i.v., including butterfly catheters
Experience in monitoring anesthesia. Induce and monitor anesthesia, recover patients
Able to facilitate the coordination of patient care
Perform bone marrow aspirates, skin punch biopsies and fine needle aspirates.
Can assist with radiographs or holding for ultrasonography procedures
Strong verbal communication skills- able to provide complex information in a way that is kind and understandable to our clients.
Assist in patient procedures: exams, preparation of patients, present estimates and equipment
Experience and attention to detail in working with patients’ medical records
Experience with Ezyvet a plus, but not required.
Ability to work in a constantly evolving environment and able to multi-task
Light housekeeping duties and restocking of treatment supplies
Perform other duties as assigned
Hours: Full/Part time; 10 hours shifts. Must be available to work from 8am to 7pm. Rate of pay based on experience starting at $26/hr . We promote an encouraging work environment and positive work/life balance. We invest heavily in our employees, providing many opportunities for growth and development.