Radiation Oncology Veterinary Technician

Job Posting Information

Posting Number: PG194738SP

Internal Recruitment:
No

Working Title:

Radiation Oncology Veterinary Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range: $53,000 - $61,400 (with VTS)

Work Schedule:

Daytime Monday - Friday, no holidays, no on-call, occasional overtime

Job Location:

Raleigh, NC

Department: CVM Teaching Hospital

The NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH), established in 1983, is one of the highest rated veterinary academic medical centers in the country, serving communities throughout North Carolina as well as many other states. The hospital staffs over twenty clinical services with board certified specialists that are nationally and even internationally renowned, ensuring the VH is on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.

Patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple specialists utilizing a team approach to patient health care. Each year, nearly 35,000 patients are treated in the VH. The VH provides compassionate care, state of the art specialty healthcare, expert clinical instruction for 4th year veterinary students from College of Veterinary Medicine, and ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and procedures to further advance the field of veterinary medicine.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.

What we offer:

• Medical
  , Dental
  , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

This position provides care and coordination for patients with the Radiation Oncology department of the Randall

B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The Radiation Oncology service offers leading edge care for patients in need of diagnosis and treatment related to various types of cancer.

We are looking for a customer-focused team player with in-depth knowledge of veterinary medicine who thrives in a fast-paced, teaching environment and can work with a varied population. The ideal candidate must be able to communicate effectively, maintain composure in challenging situations, and provide high-quality customer service. You should be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, using good judgment for patient care, and contributing to team problem-solving.

This role requires proficiency with technology, the ability to work extended hours when needed, and the capacity to lift up to 50 pounds.

Direct patient care duties include but are not limited to:

• Primary point of contact for scheduling and delivering radiation therapy to patients
• Participates in client check in, patient admitting, updates, scheduling, and questions
• In depth knowledge of service specific patients through student and clinician communications regarding presenting problems, diagnostics, treatment options and overall projected plan of care
• Performs and supports various diagnostic testing and procedures including; anesthesia support and monitoring, CT imaging, LINAC radiation setup & delivery
• Operates and interprets all physiologic patient monitors including ECG, direct and indirect blood pressure, pulse oximeter, capnograph, gas analyzer, anesthesia machine, ventilator, temperature and various diagnostic testing
• Performs CPR and life saving support
• Provide direct patient care and medical treatments including TPR, BP monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sedative/treatment therapy injections
• Perform high risk drug calculations, including CRI, IV fluid, medical pain management and treatment therapies
• Provide continuous direct care and monitoring through extubation and transfer to appropriate hospitalization area
• Provide post-anesthesia and post-sedation recovery and care, including pain management, for an array of elective procedures
• Direct monitoring of radiation oncology patients, associated with, but not limited to the following diseases;
  Lymphoma, Mammary Tumors, Oral Melanoma, Hemangiosarcoma, Mast Cell Tumor, Osteosarcoma
• Proficient use of specialized patient care equipment

The position provides essential patient, departmental and hospital coordination of workflow, information and teaching with duties to include, but are not limited to:

• Position works directly with hospital personnel to facilitate communication and anticipate, integrate and coordinate services that optimize both internal and external satisfaction and overall patient care
• Records and communicates a variety of data relating to patient care, client/rDVM communication and diagnostic testing/treatments with use of hospital…