Description
Position at The Oncology Service-Leesburg
$7,000 - $10,000 Signing Bonus
The Oncology Service in Leesburg, VA is Seeking a Full-Time, Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician to Join Our Team
The Oncology Service (TOS) is a multi-facility small animal oncology practice. At TOS we believe that the diagnosis of cancer in a pet is not the end but rather the beginning of an opportunity to identify solutions that can improve that pet's quality of life while maximizing the time they have with their families. Whether the diagnosis carries a potentially curative prognosis or a much more guarded one, we are here to help.
The ideal candidate for our Medical Oncology department should be direct, friendly, organized, resilient and flexible, and enjoy working with cats and dogs. Customer service, computer and multi-tasking skills are essential. Please be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and with taking direction from both doctors and fellow team members. You must be safety conscious and comfortable working around chemotherapeutics. We are very detail- and safety-oriented, you should be as well. Our employees show immense support, gratitude and respect for their peers, and a good-personality fit is a must.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Acquiring histories
Obtaining blood samples
Utilizing Idexx in-house lab equipment to run patient lab work
Assisting doctors with exams
Obtaining radiographs
Flawless IV catheter placement
Administering chemotherapy (experience preferred but not required)
Obtaining radiographs
Patient care
Client education and communication
Qualifications and Skills
Licensed Veterinary Technicians only. Valid Virginia licensure required
Minimum 2 years' experience as a LVT required
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Fundamental knowledge of windows-based computer programs.
Ability to recognize and seek guidance in all client-related cases where protocol does not apply
Need to have the ability to remain professional and inviting even under stressful and emotional situations.
Compensation:
Salary commensurate with experience; $30.00 - $40.00/hour.
SIGNING BONUS of $7,000 ($10,000 with 1+ year of Oncology LVT experience)Benefits:
4-day work week with no weekends
Paid PTO
Scrub allowance
CE allowance
United Healthcare Insurance Plans with multiple options
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
Short Term Disability paid for by employer
Long Term Disability options
Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
Team Member Discounts for Pet Care