Registered Veterinary Technician, Oncology

Veterinary Technician, Oncology 
Location: Fort Wayne, IN 
Schedule: Full Time | 36-40 Hours Per Week | 1st Shift | Monday Through Friday  
Compensation: $21-26/hr, Dependent On Experience | Higher Wages Available For Candidates With VTS Credentials  

Hiring Bonus: $1500! 

Why Join NIVES? 
At NIVES, you'll join a collaborative team that is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while investing in the growth of every team member. We foster a supportive learning environment where you'll receive hands-on training, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to work alongside board-certified specialists. Whether you're building your skills or advancing your career, you'll have the resources, technology, and encouragement to practice progressive medicine with confidence. Located in Fort Wayne, you'll also enjoy an affordable cost of living, vibrant arts and dining, beautiful parks, and easy access to Indianapolis, Chicago, Detroit, and Cincinnati. 

In  your day-to-day, you will: 

• Work closely with Board-Certified Oncologists to manage complex cases and administer life-saving treatments 

• Understand the safety protocols for safe administration of chemotherapy. 

• Set up chemotherapy procedures, and perform chemotherapy administration. 

• Assist in facilitation of imaging and sedation for minor medical procedures. 

• Retrieve and prepare medical records in advance of patient visits.  

• Acquire complete medical history and assist with treatment recommendations provided by Oncologist. 

• Perform all types of venipuncture for all types of blood work and carry out treatment orders to patients.  

• Complete estimates, basic record keeping, and update patient charges 

• Other duties as needed 

What You Bring: 

• Veterinary Technician License (LVT, CVT, or RVT) is required 

• Foundational veterinary knowledge, including patient restraint, triage, imaging, laboratory skills, and venipuncture.  

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.  

• Attention to detail and the ability to stay calm and organized under pressure.  

• Provide excellent customer service and interact with clients in a manner that supports NIVES mission to provide the highest quality veterinary specialty and emergency medicine for small animals. 

• Work with fellow team members to maintain a productive, positive and respectful environment. All technical staff, regardless of the level of experience, must be able to stand, bend, lift, and/or kneel for the duration of a shift (12 hours), and lift a minimum of twenty five pounds.  

• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.  

Perks & Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance -Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best.   

• FSA//HSA   

• 401(k) +company match   

• Employee assistance program   

• Employee pet benefit discount program   

• PTO and uniforms   

• Professional development assistance   

• Hands on learning as well as opportunities for credentialing   

• Onsite continuing education events as well as virtual learning platforms   

• Paid Time Off 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Bonus Pay 

• Continuing Education Opportunities 

• Social Worker Services On-Site 

Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES) is an AAHA-accredited, Level II VECCS-certified emergency and specialty hospital serving northeast Indiana, southeast Michigan, and northwest Ohio. Our hospital is home to board-certified specialists in Internal Medicine, Small Animal Surgery, and Cardiology, supported by advanced diagnostic technology including CT, digital radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, and a fully equipped in-house laboratory. With a dedicated ICU providing 24/7 critical care, blood and plasma transfusion capabilities, and a commitment to progressive medicine, NIVES delivers advanced, compassionate care when pets need it most. 

 
Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES) is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals across Allen County and surrounding northeast Indiana communities, including: 

• Fort Wayne 

• New Haven 

• Leo-Cedarville 

• Grabill 

• Huntertown 

• Auburn 

• Woodburn 

• Roanoke 

• Monroeville 

• Columbia City 

• Decatur 

• Bluffton 

• Churubusco 

• Ossian 

• Kendallville 

• Huntington 

About Ethos Veterinary Health  
  
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest   
level, together.  
  
Join Us  
  
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care!  
  
Equal Opportunity Employer  
  
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,   
color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin,   
veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on   
qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.  
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