Veterinary Assistant, Radiation Oncology

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant, Radiation Oncology role is onsite in Gaithersburg, MD. Compensation is not specified. The position supports Veterinary Referral Associates, a specialty veterinary and 24/7 emergency hospital that provides care for animals and people. The role supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care and daily hospital operations, helping provide compassionate care and service to patients and their owners.

What you'll do

• Support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks
• care for and handle patients
• take weights and vital signs
• assist with triage, treatments, and medication as directed by licensed veterinary technicians
• perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• operate and maintain hospital equipment
• maintain records and controlled-drug documentation
• communicate with clients
• clean and sanitize equipment and facilities
• feed, bathe, and groom patients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

radiation oncology

gaithersburg md

petvet care centers

veterinary hospital

animal care

patient handling

phlebotomy

radiographs

laboratory tests

on-call rotation

weekend training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• team member pet discounts
• emotional wellbeing support
• continuing education stipends
• career development resources
• hardship relief fund.

Why this role

Radiation oncology specialty setting; prior veterinary hospital experience and excellent phlebotomy skills required. Schedule is Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–6 PM, with an initial 30-day rotating-shift training period that may include weekends; 24 hours of on-call duty monthly.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners. Sector: 62.