The Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty in Bowie, MD is hiring a full-time Oncology Veterinary Technician to join our outstanding team!
About us
Step into an exceptional career at Dogs and Cats Emergency Specialists (DCES), a 24/7 state-of-the-art veterinary hospital like no other. At DCES, we're committed to fostering a culture built on Compassion, Collaboration, Education, and Integrity. Our status as a teaching hospital with seven specialist departments offers unparalleled opportunities for continuous growth and career advancement.
Our work environment includes:
- Cutting-edge technology, including a fully integrated in-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, on-site CT and MRI, video endoscopy, cystoscopy, laparoscopy, fluoroscopy, climate-controlled oxygen therapy, and a telemetric ECG system.
- Wellness Program and the support of a full-time, on-site veterinary social worker who understands and addresses the unique mental health challenges faced by veterinary professionals.
- Professional Growth and Skill Enhancement Program designed to empower individuals with the tools and resources they need to achieve their career aspirations and continually develop their skills.
Job Requirements:
- Shares our commitment to our mission, vision, and values.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in emergency and critical care setting.
- Demonstrated excellence in nursing care and critical thinking skills.
- Strong desire to learn and grow in the role.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.
Required Skills:
- Proficient in calculating doses and administering intravenous drugs and fluids.
- Ninja-like reflexes to handle surprise tail wags and unexpected bodily fluid encounters.
- Experience in catheter placement.
- Strong time management, initiative, and task prioritization skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- To provide support to the oncologist with incoming consultations.
- Managing the flow of appointment schedule.
- Assist DVM with patient assessment.
- Triage and acquire vitals.
- Providing nursing skills and support with any treatment and diagnostic requests.
- Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, fluids, and fine needle aspirates.
- Administration of sedatives as needed and conducting required patient monitoring.
- Administering medications via oral, subcutaneous, intravenous, and intramuscular routes.
- Administering injectable chemotherapeutics as directed, following strict safety guidelines.
- Record and communicate patient information accurately into patient medical records.
- Safely and effectively restrain patients.
- Capable of monitoring patients under anesthesia (ventilator experience is a plus!).
- Maintain sanitary conditions of the hospital, clean and efficient working area.
Schedule:
- 10-Hour Shift
- Tuesday - Friday
- Day Shift
- Holidays (required)
Pay Range:
- Compensation is based on experience and skill level.
- $23.00 - $29.00/hour.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision.
- PTO and Sick Time.
- Wellness Time Off.
- Wellness Program.
- Life Insurance.
- 401k Matching.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee Discount.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Uniform Allowance.
- Continuing Education Allowance.
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