Description
Oncology Technician, RVT
April 15, 2026
Why You Should Consider Us
Our Mission: To Provide Excellence in Care with Love.
We achieve this by:
Practicing the highest quality team-based care;
Creating one practice within a multi-specialty environment;
Caring for our patients, each other, our clients, and our family veterinarians;
Creating a trusting, emotional, and empathetic bond.
As a member of the Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists team, your desire for medicine and kindness for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, LTD insurance, basic life insurance, matching retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, uniform and continuing education allowances, online training, personal pet care discounts, employee assistance program, onsite wellness coach, great work-life integration and more!
We provide consistent schedules and wage increases for retention and job leveling!
We are an organization that takes pride in our collaboration and cohesion within the workplace and we are excited to add another skilled and motivated individual to our team!
More information about our hospital can be found at:
www.4seasonsvetspecialists.com
www.facebook.com/vetspecialistsloveland
Oncology Technician, RVT
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Oncology Technician to join our Oncology team in delivering high-quality patient care. The Oncology Technician partners closely with the oncology service and works alongside ERCC, Radiology, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Surgery to provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary patient care. Responsibilities include administering chemotherapy and supportive treatments, monitoring patient responses, assisting with advanced diagnostics and procedures, maintaining accurate medical records, and guiding clients with clear, empathetic communication throughout their pet’s treatment journey.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and thrives in a dynamic setting. A passion for oncology, patient advocacy, and team-based medicine is essential. Prior experience in specialty or oncology practice is preferred.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
*This is an overview of the position and specific duties aren’t limited to those listed.
Assist with chemotherapy drug handling and administration
Draw up chemotherapy drugs
Administer and monitor anesthesia in accordance with state regulations
Recover patients from anesthesia
Maintain sterile technique
Administer injectable, oral and dermal medications
Give injections in accordance with government regulations and doctor’s orders
Administer IV fluids
Accurately acquire blood pressure and oxygen saturation readings and EKG tracings
Perform appropriate animal restraint for exams and record findings on the exam form
Perform venipuncture, catheterization, running CBCs and looking at blood smears
Obtain laboratory samples including urine and feces
Check laboratory values to ensure they are within normal limits and notify the oncologist if they are not
Prepare appropriate lab request forms and submit samples
Prepare specimens for reference laboratories, ship lab work, and receive results
Accurately acquire and record TPRs, weights, patient histories, and document all client communications in the medical record
Examine medical records and past notes to determine appointment purpose and identify necessary tests or procedures
Maintain and prepare anesthesia forms, patient daily records, ICU forms, and post-op recovery forms
Update patient status daily at required times
Enter patient status updates in the medical record system
Prepare supplies and assist the oncologist during examinations and outpatient appointments
Assist with outpatient and inpatient appointments
Proactively communicate potential complications or concerns to the oncologist
Admit and discharge patients
Provide client education on treatment types, protocols, and chemotherapy drugs
Communicate with referring veterinarians
Enter all inpatient and outpatient charges
Accurately complete prescription forms and coordinate with offsite pharmacies for new and refill prescriptions
Maintain controlled substance logs
Stock supplies and clean and maintain the oncology suite, equipment, and induction areas
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of small animal nursing care, patient monitoring and administration of chemotherapy
Knowledge of standard protocols for providing support to veterinarians and other staff during patient procedures and treatment
Knowledge of the use, care and storage of veterinary medical, surgical, laboratory and imaging equipment and instruments
Knowledge of sterilization techniques for various instruments and materials
Knowledge of general office practices and telephone techniques
Familiarity with computer and multi-line telephone systems
Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures
Familiarity with federal and state animal health laws, including OSHA and DEA regulations
Exercise appropriate veterinary medical knowledge and knowledge of the hospital’s programs, products and services
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to ensure maximum efficiency
Ability to work in a sometimes busy and stressful environment calmly and productively
Demonstrate initiative, foresight, and a proactive approach to supporting the team
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Minimum 1-2 years recent experience in a veterinary specialty practice
Preferred:
Degree in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program
1-2 years of previous experience with veterinary oncology
Familiarity with Fear Free handling techniques.
Experience Instinct Treatment and EMR software.
SAFETY
Follow OSHA and USP guidelines for safety and handling of hazardous materials
Follow established hospital safety protocols for animal handling, controlled substances, radiation protection, bite wounds, and equipment use
Maintain familiarity with federal and state animal health laws, including OSHA and DEA regulations
Physical Demands
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Veterinarians and staff at Four Seasons are regularly required to:
stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with assistance
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to risk of radiation
The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Employees may encounter animals or work in environments where zoonotic diseases could be present, posing a risk of transmission. Proper safety protocols and protective measures must be followed at all times to minimize this risk
May involve on-call, overnight, and weekend coverage depending on hospital needs
Work Remotely: NO
Job Type: Full-time
