Veterinary Assistant- Oncology

Fetch Specialty & Veterinary Emergency Centers of Fort Myers and Bonita Springs is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our Oncology team. In this role, you will provide essential support to our veterinary professionals while delivering high-quality care to pets diagnosed with cancer. Your commitment to patient care and client communication will play a vital role in helping families navigate this difficult journey.

Responsibilities:

• Be knowledgeable about safety standards in all areas of the veterinary hospital
• Proper and safe animal restraint
• Perform TPR's
• Input data into electronic medical record system
• Remove sutures/staples/drains with assistance
• Remove bandages
• Perform nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression
• Clean surgical instruments and wrap for sterilization
• Sterilize wrapped packs and pouches
• Properly set up fluid bag for IV or SQ administration (with a technician assistance)
• Assist with procedural preparation and maintaining a timely start to procedures
• Setting up for and cleaning up after procedures and maintaining equipment
• Be able to work with heating pads/blankets, scales, thermometers, otoscopes, clippers/blades, incubators, and perform daily maintenance on these items
• Perform emergency procedures including: control bleeding, administer oxygen therapy and CPR with assistance
• Properly use laboratory equipment including CBC machine, chemistry analyzer, coagulation analyzer, microscope, assays, etc.
• Properly handle all types of laboratory specimens and assist with submission to appropriate laboratories
• Assist with radiographic positioning and processing including set up of equipment and input of patient information
• Assisting with restraint for ultrasound and input patient info
• Cleaning, stocking, and helping to maintain proper care of the hospital equipment
• Alerting inventory manager when medications and supplies are low

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in a veterinary setting preferred, especially in oncology
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely
• Detail-oriented and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Compassionate and dedicated to providing excellent patient care

Benefits

• Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Uniform allowance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement