Veterinary Assistant- Oncology Fort Myers, Florida

About the Position

Fetch Specialty & Veterinary Emergency Centers of Fort Myers and Bonita Springs is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our Oncology team. In this role, you will provide essential support to our veterinary professionals while delivering high-quality care to pets diagnosed with cancer. Your commitment to patient care and client communication will play a vital role in helping families navigate this difficult journey.

Responsibilities:

  • Be knowledgeable about safety standards in all areas of the veterinary hospital
  • Proper and safe animal restraint
  • Perform TPR's
  • Input data into electronic medical record system
  • Remove sutures/staples/drains with assistance
  • Remove bandages
  • Perform nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression
  • Clean surgical instruments and wrap for sterilization
  • Sterilize wrapped packs and pouches
  • Properly set up fluid bag for IV or SQ administration (with a technician assistance)
  • Assist with procedural preparation and maintaining a timely start to procedures
  • Setting up for and cleaning up after procedures and maintaining equipment
  • Be able to work with heating pads/blankets, scales, thermometers, otoscopes, clippers/blades, incubators, and perform daily maintenance on these items
  • Perform emergency procedures including: control bleeding, administer oxygen therapy and CPR with assistance
  • Properly use laboratory equipment including CBC machine, chemistry analyzer, coagulation analyzer, microscope, assays, etc.
  • Properly handle all types of laboratory specimens and assist with submission to appropriate laboratories
  • Assist with radiographic positioning and processing including set up of equipment and input of patient information
  • Assisting with restraint for ultrasound and input patient info
  • Cleaning, stocking, and helping to maintain proper care of the hospital equipment
  • Alerting inventory manager when medications and supplies are low

Ideal Candidate

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Experience in a veterinary setting preferred, especially in oncology
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to handle and restrain animals safely
  • Detail-oriented and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Compassionate and dedicated to providing excellent patient care

Benefits

  • Benefits:
    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Employee discount
    • Uniform allowance
    • Health insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Tuition reimbursement