Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Oncology Specialty

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

• Oncology Specialty ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital
• Pasadena
• 1.0 Pasadena, CA Job Details Full-time $22
• $33 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits License reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications Teamwork Interpersonal skills Veterinary Technician Certification Math Medical imaging

Oncology Chemotherapy Full Job Description Location:

ACCESS Pasadena Schedule:

Wed-Sat 8am-6:30pm Pay range: $22

• 33 / hr
• Additional weekend and evening differentials Full-time with comprehensive benefits package, CE and licensing reimbursement.

Why? We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) to join our new Medical Oncology department! Be part of our new medical oncology team, launching this fall within its own dedicated suite with check in front desk, exam rooms, comfort room, x-ray, ultrasound and on-site CT. Start onboarding now with our elite IM and ECC teams! Then elevate your skills in advanced chemotherapy handling, calculation and administration, as well as compassionate support for dedicated pet parents.

Technician Growth :

We care about setting our team up for long term success with our structured onboarding and Level Up program, led by Technician Trainers and Department Leads. This ensures that you are supported and get paid for the things you learn, increasing your skills and earning potential with each Level achieved. Support for pursuing your VTS is also provided with 3 VTS (with more up and coming!) already working across our ACCESS specialty teams. What you'll do:

Quality Patient Care:

Go beyond basic vitals; think critically to evaluate subtle patient trends, understand laboratory parameters and proactively care for oncology patients. You will safely calculate, handle and administer chemotherapy protocols utilizing closed system transfer devices and strict personal protective equipment safety guidelines to protect yourself, your team, and your patients.

Anesthesia & Analgesia:

Confidently calculate complex medical dosages, manage multi-drug CRIs, and execute precise dilutions. Safely run and monitor anesthesia or sedation for diagnostic workups, biopsies, and imaging procedures, with the clinical confidence to alert doctors and adjust protocols immediately in the event of patient decompensation.

Diagnostics & Imaging:

Assist with comprehensive staging workups by prepping and positioning patients for advanced diagnostics within our dedicated suite, including digital X-ray, ultrasound, and on-site CT. Safely obtain diagnostic samples via low-stress blood collection, cystocentesis, and assist clinicians with fine-needle aspirates (FNAs) and biopsies.

Compassionate Service:

You will act as a foundational member of our new oncology team and serve as a dedicated advocate and primary point of contact for devoted pet parents navigating a cancer diagnosis. You will collaborate across departments and with referring veterinary teams. Along with delivering deeply empathetic, clear communication to pet owners regarding treatment schedules, side-effect management, and quality-of-life assessments offering steady guidance, education, and comfort through every step of their pet's journey. What we're looking for: Current Registered Veterinary Technician with experience handling and administering chemotherapeutic agents. VTS or interest in pursuing higher certifications is a plus. Strong to advanced knowledge and experience around patient nursing care, medical math and pharmacology.

Driven, collaborative team player eager to work in a progressive environment. A shared commitment to our guiding principles of quality, integrity, compassion and exceptional service. More about ACCESS Pasadena Nestled in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley and serving the greater Los Angeles area, ACCESS Pasadena provides advanced veterinary services for both referring veterinarians and pet owners.

Being privately owned means we can avoid unnecessary bureaucracy and focus on providing exceptional care for our patients and their owners. We've built a culture that combines the close-knit feel of a smaller practice with the benefits of a larger, specialized hospital with cutting edge technology and talented professionals. What truly makes ACCESS Pasadena special is our people. From our amazing board-certified specialists and emergency-trained doctors to our skilled veterinary technicians, supportive medical staff, and the friendly faces of our client care and administrative team, every member plays an essential role in creating a professional, modern, and welcoming environment. We're more than just a workplace

• we're a team driven by a shared passion for healing animals and making a difference.

Here, compassion comes naturally, and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Adding a little extra icing to the cake, ACCESS Pasadena is privately owned by Dr. Rich Mills, a respected leader in the veterinary industry and the founder of ACCESS Los Angeles, ACCESS San Fernando Valley, and ACCESS South Bay. No matter your role or experience

• or even if you're worried about those first-day jitters
• when you join us, you'll feel welcome from day one. If you're looking for a place where you can feel valued, grow, and contribute to meaningful work every day, ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital
• Pasadena is the place for you.

Discover more about us at:

https://accessvetspasadena.com/

Pay:

$22.00

• $33.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance License reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Pasadena, CA 91107 (Required)

Work Location:

In person