Veterinary Technician Assistant - Oncology

Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care • Full-time • Bar Mills, ME, United States, ME, United States • 3d ago

Join Our Exceptional Team at Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC)

At Portland Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care (PVESC), we re building a unique and dynamic workplace where our team members thrive, grow, and continuously learn while delivering exceptional care to our patients and their families. If you re looking to be part of a place that encourages growth, collaboration, and a sense of purpose, we want you to join our team and help us continue to create this special environment.

About PVESC

We are a growing multi-specialty emergency and specialty veterinary practice located in beautiful Portland, Maine. Our services include Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Neurology, Cardiology, and more. With endless opportunities for professional development, PVESC is the ideal place to grow your veterinary career.

We are honored to be recognized as the Best Veterinary Hospital in Maine, receiving Gold in the Portland Radio Group's Best of the 207 Awards for four consecutive years: 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.

Why PVESC?

We value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace. In addition to competitive compensation based on experience, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance, long-term disability, and more
Paid time off, paid volunteer hours, and holiday pay
401(k) with employer match
Uniform allowance and personal pet discount
Paid continuing education and professional development opportunities

At PVESC, we foster a team-driven culture where every voice matters. We encourage all team members to contribute their thoughts, ideas, and energy to help us achieve collective success. We work collaboratively to make sure every member has the opportunity to shape their work life and grow professionally.

Anticipated Schedule
This is a full-time position.

Four 10-hour weekdays
Some holidays are required

Compensation

Pay range $25 to $35/hr, commensurate with experience and licensure

What You ll Do
As a Veterinary Technician Assistant in Oncology, you ll support patients through their cancer care journey helping ensure each visit is as safe, smooth, and compassionate as possible. You ll work directly with our oncology clinicians to assist with treatments, diagnostics, and appointments, while supporting the team with organization and communication. In this role, you will:

Hold and monitor patients during chemotherapy treatments while wearing full PPE
Assist with CT scans, biopsies, ultrasounds, radiographs, and oncology appointments
Support the diagnostic process by preparing and assisting with bloodwork and imaging
Assist with our radioactive I131 program for hyperthyroid cats
Help maintain accurate medical records, treatment sheets, and controlled drug logs
Perform proper restraint, TPRs, and pain assessments
Prepare and fill medications and assist with client call-backs and discharges
Enter diagnostic summaries, request forms, charges, and prescriptions into EzyVet and SmartFlow
Support client communication, scheduling, and procedure estimates
Cross-train with other departments to expand your skills and support hospital flow

Who We Are Looking For:

Previous experience in a veterinary clinical setting preferred
Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
Confidence handling and restraining patients for procedures and diagnostics
Understanding of EzyVet, SmartFlow, or similar platforms is a plus
Willingness to work in full PPE during chemotherapy sessions
A desire to grow, learn, and collaborate in a high-touch specialty environment
Physical ability to lift up to 45 lbs and assist with larger patients

If you re a veterinary technician ready to expand your skills and grow in a specialty practice we d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of emergency and critical care at PVESC.

PVESC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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