Veterinary Technician - Oncology

Pathway Vet Alliance

  • Decatur, GA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
DescriptionPosition at Saint Francis Veterinary SpecialistsVeterinary Technician - Saint Francis Veterinary Specialists in Decatur, Ga is seeking a Full-Time Oncology Technician to join their team!More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Saint Francis Veterinary Specialists, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you'll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.And, we have plenty of fun along the way!Who we areAt Saint Francis Veterinary Specialists, you'll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.We specialize in emergency care, internal medicine, oncology, and surgery for dogs and cats in Decatur, Atlanta, Midtown, Dekalb, and Gwinnett.Saint Francis Veterinary Specialists was founded in 2007 by Dr. Laura Smallwood. It was her dream to create an environment where excellent medical care and patient comfort were equal priorities for all team members. Whether your pet is referred to one of our specialists by your family veterinarian or has an urgent need that requires a late night visit to our ER, your pet will receive excellent care in a calm and caring environment with a personal touch that is unique to specialty and emergency medicine.Saint Francis Veterinary Specialists is a collaborative specialty and emergency care practice built upon the concept of Considerate Care for patients and pet owners. We are passionate about providing a warm and comfortable environment for both our patients and pet owners. In addition, we foster a collaborative setting for our team of specialists and emergency doctors that empowers them to work together to deliver excellent medical and surgical care.Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.Saint Francis Veterinary Specialists is looking for an Oncology Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.As an Oncology Veterinary Technician, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.As an Oncology Veterinary Technician, you will work alongside our Oncologist utilizing state of the art equipment that includes, but not limited to:
  • Ultrasound
  • CT
  • Digital x-ray
Oncology Technicians will use a variety of skill sets that include:
  • Venipuncture
  • Monitoring of vital signs
  • Obtaining histories
  • Assisting with bone marrow transfers
  • Chemotherapy
  • Client communication
  • Medication administration
  • IV catherization
Role Responsibilities:
  • Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
  • With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
  • Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
  • Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
  • Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
  • Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
  • Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
  • Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.
Experience & Skills Requirements:
  • Veterinary technician licensure required
  • 1-2 years of clinical experience
  • An Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
You'll Grow With UsHere, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
  • Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
  • Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
  • A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
  • Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
  • Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement
And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.Benefits - our care in actionWe provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:
  • Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
  • Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
  • Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
  • Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
  • Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
  • 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
  • Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
  • Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program
and so much more!At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.#LI-SC1

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