Oncology Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT/LVT) | $28–$35/Hour Starting, Based on Experience

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) | Asheville, NC

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus + $1,500 Annual CE Allowance + Up To $2,500 Relocation Assistance Available

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8-Hour Day Shifts

Looking for a Veterinary Technician role where you can grow your skills in specialty medicine while working alongside an experienced Oncology team? South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) is hiring a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology service in Asheville, North Carolina. This is an opportunity to work hands-on with advanced oncology cases in a collaborative specialty hospital that prioritizes patient care, technician growth, and work-life balance.

Veterinary Technician Pay & Benefits:

• $28–$35/hour based on experience
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus Structure available to Registered Veterinary Technicians
• Up to $2,500 Relocation Assistance available to eligible Registered Veterinary Technicians
• $1,500 annual CE allowance for Registered Veterinary Technician team members
• Out-of-state license transfer costs covered
• Additional compensation available for VTS candidates
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous paid time off
• Discounted employee pet insurance
• Access to VetBloom RACE-approved CE platform
• Nursing Leadership Program opportunities
• Peer-to-peer mentorship programs
• Recover and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Work-life balance focused culture

Schedule: Full-Time Monday–Friday, 8-hour day shifts

Veterinary Technician Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care and treatment for Oncology patients
• Administer medications, chemotherapy treatments, and supportive care
• Assist veterinarians with diagnostics and procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and sedation patients
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory collection, and patient monitoring
• Educate and support clients throughout treatment plans
• Collaborate with Oncology doctors and hospital leadership
• Help optimize workflows and patient care processes within the Oncology service

Qualifications:

• Current RVT, LVT, or CVT credential required.
• Specialty or Oncology experience preferred but not required
• Strong technical and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced specialty hospital
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty:

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) is a leading referral and emergency hospital serving Western North Carolina. Our team includes board-certified specialists and experienced emergency clinicians dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through advanced diagnostics, innovative treatment options, and collaborative medicine.

Our services include Emergency & Critical Care, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Oncology. Our specialty and emergency teams are supported by advanced diagnostic capabilities including MRI, CT, ultrasonography, digital radiography, and endoscopy.

At SAVES, Veterinary Technicians work directly with experienced specialists and have opportunities to develop advanced technical and clinical skills through specialty case exposure, mentorship, continuing education, and collaborative patient care.

Surrounding Areas:

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, Asheville offers a vibrant community surrounded by exceptional outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, scenic drives, and access to the Appalachian Mountains. Nearby communities including Arden, Hendersonville, Weaverville, Fletcher, Black Mountain, and other areas throughout Western North Carolina offer a variety of commuting and lifestyle options. Asheville offers a unique combination of mountain living, a thriving local community, and access to advanced veterinary medicine, making it an exceptional place to build your veterinary career and quality of life.

Join Us:

If you're a credentialed Veterinary Technician looking to grow your career in specialty neurology while working alongside experienced specialists and caring for complex patients, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the Neurology team at South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty and take the next step in your veterinary career!

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Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.​