Veterinary Technician - Medical Oncology

Veterinary Technician - Medical Oncology

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Compensation: $18.00 - $38.00 / hour

Description

Advance Your Career in Veterinary Medical Oncology

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician, LVT, or Veterinary Assistant ready to grow your clinical skills in specialty medicine?

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency in Marietta is seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled veterinary professional to join our Medical Oncology team . This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists, support advanced cancer treatment, and develop your skills in a collaborative emergency and specialty hospital.

Whether your background is in Veterinary Oncology, Emergency, Critical Care, ICU, Internal Medicine, or high-volume General Practice , we're interested in professionals who are passionate about patient advocacy, advanced medicine, and delivering exceptional care.

What You'll Do

Oncology Nursing & Patient Care

• Provide compassionate nursing care for oncology patients throughout diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
• Monitor patient comfort, treatment response, and quality of life.
• Support chemotherapy appointments, rechecks, and ongoing treatment plans.
• Administer medications, fluids, and prescribed therapies while maintaining accurate medical records.

Chemotherapy & Specialty Procedures

• Prepare and administer chemotherapy according to established protocols and safety standards.
• Follow OSHA and NIOSH hazardous drug handling guidelines, including appropriate PPE and safe disposal procedures.
• Perform venipuncture, blood collection, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Assist with fine needle aspirates, biopsies, staging, diagnostic imaging, and other specialty procedures.

Client Care & Team Collaboration

• Educate clients about treatment plans, medications, and at-home care.
• Provide compassionate support during emotionally sensitive conversations.
• Reinforce patient comfort and quality-of-life recommendations.
• Collaborate with Medical Oncology, Internal Medicine, Emergency, ICU, and other specialty teams.

Who We're Looking For

• 2+ years of veterinary hospital experience with a strong foundation in clinical nursing and patient care.
• Experience with venipuncture, blood collection, and laboratory diagnostics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT).
• Veterinary Oncology or specialty medicine experience.
• Emergency, Critical Care, ICU, or Internal Medicine experience.
• Previous chemotherapy administration and familiarity with hazardous drug safety practices.
• RECOVER CPR Certification.

Experienced Veterinary Assistants with strong clinical skills and an interest in specialty medicine are also encouraged to apply.

Full-Time | 7:00 AM–5:00 PM | 10-hour shifts

Team members should be comfortable standing and walking throughout their shift, performing patient restraint, lifting up to 50 pounds independently, and working around animals, medical chemicals, chemotherapy agents, and other materials commonly found in a specialty veterinary hospital.

Grow Your Career at Dogwood

At Dogwood, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional veterinary professionals. We want our team members to feel supported, challenged, and empowered to continue developing their skills.

You'll have access to opportunities that support your professional growth, including:

• Generous annual CE allowance and two paid CE days
• Specialty training, mentorship, and hands-on learning
• Exposure to advanced oncology cases and treatment protocols
• Support for specialty certifications and VTS development
• Professional membership and licensure support
• Career growth opportunities across our network of practices

Qualified candidates may be eligible for:

• Up to $6,000 for LVTs with ER and specialty veterinary experience.
• Up to $1,000 for Veterinary Assistants with professional ER or Critical Care experience.

Eligibility and bonus amounts are based on qualifications and applicable program terms.

Eligible veterinary technicians who graduated from an accredited veterinary technology program within the last three years may qualify for HeadStart , providing up to $4,000 annually in student loan assistance for three years , paid through regular paychecks.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• Employee assistance and mental health resources
• Employee pet care discounts
• Professional membership support
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Benefits and eligibility are subject to applicable plan requirements.

Medical Oncology is about more than treating cancer. It's about advocating for patients, supporting families through difficult decisions, and delivering thoughtful, compassionate care at every stage of treatment.

At Dogwood, you'll be part of a collaborative specialty team where your clinical contributions matter, your professional development is encouraged, and you're surrounded by people who care deeply about veterinary medicine.