Veterinary Technician - Oncology

Company: BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital
Location: Daly City
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

DescriptionWe are looking for a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who has a genuine interest in Oncology. As an Oncology Veterinary Technician at BluePearl, you must be proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.) and proficient at drawing blood and placing IV catheters. We offer VTS mentoring, CE reimbursement, 401K plans, healthcare benefit options, opportunities for advancement, and much more!As an Oncology Veterinary Technician You Will:* Monitor patients who are receiving a chemotherapy infusion* Set up appropriate materials for short and long chemotherapy administration* Safely dispense and administer oral chemotherapy agents* Safely dispense, reconstitute and administered SQ/IM chemotherapy agents* Have knowledge of chemotherapy extravasation and what to do if it happens* Check chemotherapy agent calculations and dosages* Properly wrap and shave for an IV catheter for chemotherapy infusion* Discharge Oncology patients from the hospital, including basic client education.* Admit Oncology patients and obtain through history including current medications and dosages, response to treatment and side effects, intensity and duration.* Apply critical thinking skills, understand and notify doctors appropriately when working with laboratory results* Understand pharmacodynamics & pharmacokinetics of commonly used medications* Accurately calculate all medical math including advanced and CRIs.Your success is our success!At BluePearl, the continued education of our techs is paramount. Not only do our techs get to work in state of the art facilities with the best veterinary teams in the nation, but they also have access 90% paid scholarships with Penn Foster and CE allowances. We also go even further to hold monthly CE meetings, associate feedback sessions, and opportunities for mentorship and cross-training.Your benefit options will include:* CE Allowance with Free Access to VetFolio and atdove.org* Shift Differentials and Competitive Compensation* Pet Care Discounts including Pet Insurance Discounts* Scrub Allowances* VTS Mentoring* Career and Leadership Development* 401K Matching* Medical Benefit Options* PTO Plans and Floating HolidaysLike us on Facebook to learn about BluePearl events and career opportunities!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 all qualified applicants 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 affectional preference, 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.256698

Keywords: BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital, Daly City , Veterinary Technician - Oncology, Professions , Daly City, California