Veterinary Technician - Oncology

Veterinary Technician - Oncology

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Framingham, MA is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology team! Play a vital role in diagnosing and treating cancer using advanced tools like radiography, ultrasound, biopsies, and cytology while assisting with chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery.

Schedule: Tuesday-Friday, 7am-5pm.

*no weekends or on-call expectations*

Pay: $26.00 - $49.00 / hour

This pay band is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency assessment tool. Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience.

As an Oncology Technician, you will:

• Perform physical exams, assess vital signs, and recognize abnormal lab values.
• Conduct phlebotomy and place IV catheters for chemotherapy administration.
• Safely prepare, dispense, and administer oral, SC, and IM chemotherapy agents.
• Verify chemotherapy calculations, dosages, and proper IV catheter setup.
• Recognize and respond to chemotherapy extravasation.
• Admit and discharge patients, obtaining history and educating clients on treatment, side effects, and home care.
• Communicate effectively with clients and veterinary teams, addressing concerns and facilitating calls.
• Understand tumor types, diagnostic protocols, and oncology-specific terminology.
• Assist with anesthesia monitoring for ASA I & II patients.
• Stay current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R. CPR guidelines and hospital protocols.
• Perform other relevant role responsibilities.

Why BluePearl?

We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and pathways for growth. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day.

We also offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more
• Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals
• Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support
• Company-paid disability coverage
• Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually
• Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.