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VCA Animal Hospitals Oncology Veterinary Technician in South Weymouth, Massachusetts
VCA South Shore Weymouth Specialty Animals Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic experienced veterinary technician to join our growing Oncology team full time!
We are looking for individuals with experience in oncology who are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and client education. This is a great opportunity for a Veterinary Technician who wants a challenge and the opportunity for growth. As an Oncology Veterinary Technician, you will utilize your knowledge and cultivate new skills while collaborating with a team of like-minded professionals.
Potential Schedule: Full time (4)10 hour shifts or (5) 8 hour shifts, holiday and weekend rotation
Compensation: $20.50 - $30 / hr based on skill set, 3 – 5 yrs of experience, and licensure status (LVT, VTS)
Take sneak peek at our hospital video below and learn a bit more of why VCA South Shore Weymouth is the right choice for you. https://vimeo.com/644121146/766aa1ab31
Please take a moment to view our brief video on life as a veterinary technician with VCA from a technician’s point of view. https://vimeo.com/684755121/10c909cbf5
Oncology Veterinary Technician Duties:
· Administering Chemotherapy
· Full technician skill utilization
· Collecting patient histories & physical exams
· Medication refills, and pet parent communication
· Proficient in medical calculations
· Venipuncture / IVC placement
· Hands Free Radiology (Associate safety a top priority)
· Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
· Providing compassionate care for all patients
Do you thrive in an environment that promotes and encourages growth and development? At VCA South Shore we strongly believe in training and development for all associates! Our team is collaborative, supportive, and progressive and we want to give you the opportunity to expand your skills and follow your dreams at our 24-hour Emergency / Specialty / and General Practice hospital.
Are you interested in obtaining your Veterinary Technician Specialty? We have the ability to support the most advanced cases with cutting-edge technology utilizing our CT, and MRI capabilities. We support full technician skill utilization and are dedicated to provide gold standard medicine and exceptional patient care. Our outstanding medicine is supported by a team of incredible departments including Ophthalmology, Internal medicine, Emergency and Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Neurology, Surgery, Rehabilitation, and more!
What Makes VCA South Shore Unique?
We have an on-site social worker to support you! We are passionate about our teams health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.
We not only work hard, we play hard too. We have an onsite fun committee that meets regularly and helps to organize frequent fun events for the entire staff. Have you seen our Vet Tech Week? This is a small sampling of the gratitude we show our team for being the most compassionate, dedicated veterinary medical professionals around.
VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package:
· Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
· Free NAVTA Membership & RECOVER Training
· Discounts to Fear Free Certification & VetGirl
· Growth & leadership opportunities
· Medical, Dental & Vision
· Career development programs
· Veterinary Technician education tuition support and scholarships
· $750 continuing education funds for credentialed associates
· Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
· Generous hospital discounts and product discounts
· Employer-paid life, long- and short-term disability insurance
· VTS Path financial, and mentorship support
· Paid vacation and sick time
· Paid parental leave
· 401(k)
· Free mental health resources and wellness subscriptions (Headspace)
· Referral bonuses
· Infertility benefits
· Competitive wage
· 401(k)
· Free access to Plumbs, and education platforms such as Vetfolio
Why You Should Consider Us
VCA South Shore is located just 15 miles or a short train ride to Boston and scenic beaches including Cape Cod, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA South Shore is a member of a larger community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer.
This role is suited for the experienced veterinary technician, but we are also excited to provide developmental training to someone that is just getting started and wants to move forward in their career at a hospital that provides an array of opportunities to develop a multitude of skills.
Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal driven and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and assure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team?
We look forward to getting to know you!
Apply today!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com