Certified Veterinary Technician, Medical Oncology

Veterinary Technician, Medical Oncology

Join Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital as a full-time Medical Oncology Veterinary Technician in Portsmouth, NH. Work alongside experienced specialists and a collaborative veterinary team while providing advanced oncology care, supporting patients throughout treatment, and helping families through every step of their pet's journey. This is an opportunity for a CVT, LVT, or RVT who wants to expand their specialty medicine skills, utilize advanced Veterinary Technician abilities, and make a meaningful impact in a supportive specialty animal hospital environment.

$22$35/hour based on skills assessment, experience, and credentials. Higher compensation available for Veterinary Technician Specialists (VTS).

Full-Time Benefits:

• Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed
• Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement (does not come out of your CE allowance!)
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO + Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule:

• Four 10-hour shifts per week
• Rotating weekends required

Responsibilities:

• Conducting patient intakes and obtaining detailed medical histories
• Documenting treatments, diagnostics, and client communication in EzyVet
• Managing client follow-ups, voicemails, and callbacks
• Performing phlebotomy and catheter placement
• Assisting with physical exams, chemotherapy administration, and diagnostic procedures
• Preparing and collecting diagnostic samples including blood, urine, and fine needle aspirates
• Administering medications and performing accurate medical calculations
• Assisting with diagnostic imaging including radiographs, CT, and ultrasound
• Monitoring anesthesia, sedation, and patient recovery
• Supporting hospitalized oncology patients with ongoing treatments and nursing care
• Communicating treatment plans, estimates, discharge instructions, and updates with clients
• Filling prescriptions and performing in-house laboratory work
• Collaborating closely with doctors and specialty teams to provide advanced, compassionate care

Qualifications:

• Active Veterinary Technician license (CVT, LVT, or RVT) required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital preferred
• Experience in specialty medicine or oncology is a plus
• Strong technical skills including phlebotomy, catheter placement, and patient monitoring
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Solid understanding of veterinary medicine and common disease processes
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital:

At Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, we're more than a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospitalwe're a collaborative team committed to exceptional patient care, outstanding client service, and continued professional growth. Our state-of-the-art hospital in Portsmouth is equipped with advanced technology including:

• Digital radiology
• CT
• Ultrasound
• Fluoroscopy
• Linear accelerator
• Advanced specialty and emergency care services

Our specialty teams work closely together to deliver seamless, personalized care while creating an environment where technicians are respected, supported, and empowered to contribute. Whether you're looking to deepen your clinical skills, pursue specialty interests, or grow into new opportunities, Port City is a place where your development is prioritized and your career can continue to evolve.

Surrounding Areas Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and serves pets and families throughout the Seacoast region and beyond, including:

• Dover, NH & Exeter, NH
• Hampton, NH & Rochester, NH
• York, ME & Kittery, ME
• Kennebunk, ME & Portland, ME
• Manchester, NH & Southern Maine and Northern Massachusetts communities

About Ethos Veterinary Health:

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.