Veterinary Technician, Oncology

Company: Ethos Veterinary Health
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Oncology Veterinary Technician
About us:
SAGE San Francisco holds a deep appreciation for animals, fueled by sincere love and admiration for their extraordinary nature. We form a community of experienced, board-certified veterinary professionals who provide unparalleled emergency and specialty care. Expertise, compassion, and collaboration drive everything we do - ensuring the best possible outcome for pets and pet parents. We see ourselves as vital contributors, playing a role in communities, the environment, and sustainability while carrying out our mission.

About the job:
Oncology team members work side-by-side with our Veterinary Oncologists treating cancers like osteosarcoma, lymphoma, melanoma, and many more. They are responsible for many aspects of patient care including taking detailed histories, phlebotomy, and IV catheter placement, chemotherapy infusions, and record keeping. The right candidate will have an eye for detail, follow through, and enjoy creating a bond with patients and clients.

• Compensation Range: RVT: $25.00 - $40.00 hour SVA: $25.00 - $36.00
• $8,000 Hiring Bonus for Registered Veterinary Technicians and $6,000 Hiring Bonus for Veterinary Assistants (for full-time, new to SAGE hires) for overnight roles.
• $7000 Hiring Bonus for Registered Veterinary Technicians and $5000 Hiring bonus for veterinary assistants for swing shift roles.
• $6000 Hiring Bonus for Registered Veterinary Technicians and $4000 Hiring bonus for day shift roles.
• Shift differentials available! $3 swing shift, $5 overnight shift
  Duties include:
  • In-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters, draw blood, run lab tests, administer IV fluids, cleaning, feeding, and walking patients as needed
  • Anesthesia/Surgery - Prep, induction, maintenance, monitoring, recovery of patients, cleans/maintains/sterilize anesthesia equipment and surgical instruments
  • Laboratory duties- collecting, preparing, & running or submitting samples for requested tests; reading and recording results when indicated when requested by doctor.
  • Strong venipuncture and catheter placement skills
  • Client communication for hospitalized patients - give patient updates, discharge instructions, and provide follow up for certain hospital patients
  • Client medical demonstrations / education - teach/educate clients
  • Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis
  • Medication and IV infusion preparation and administration
  • Safe and effective patient handling and restraint
  • Medical recordkeeping
  • Other duties as assigned Full time benefits include:
    • Health insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Disability and life insurance
    • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
    • 401(k)
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • 3 weeks of accrued paid time off
    • License reimbursement
    • Uniforms providedEthos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
      
      Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
      
      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.
      
      
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