Radiation Oncology Veterinary Technician (CARE)

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Gainesville, FL - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 18 - 22
Posted on: 18 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:

Radiation Oncology Veterinary Technician

Job Description:

The Small Animal Hospital is recruiting a veterinary technician for the Radiation Oncology service. We are seeking a technician who is passionate about the opportunities the oncology specialty can provide in prolonging the lives of their patients while extending compassion and empathy to their patients and loved ones. An individual in this position must possess excellent communication skills and be proactive in determining the needs of the hospital. A successful applicant should enjoy learning new things and can quickly adapt to a changing environment. They need to possess a good base knowledge of veterinary medicine and express a positive attitude in their daily work. The individual must be able to communicate effectively demonstrate critical thinking and professionalism.

Example of Veterinary Technician Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Assist with daily intake and discharge of oncology cases
Assist with patient evaluations or rechecks by assisting in patient restraint obtaining and submitting samples scheduling with other services for diagnostic or consultation purposes and providing treatment or medications
Perform general nursing care such as venipuncture catheter placement patient restraint treatments medication administration and sample collection
Deliver Radiation treatments
Warm- up and troubleshooting of LinAc
Assist with radiation planning CTs

The service receives Monday - Friday. May require working earlier than 7:30am or later than 5:00pm
This is a full-time benefited position and is considered essential personnel. A post-offer education verification background check and health assessment are required.

Expected Salary:

Non-credentialed $18-22 Credentialed $20-25

Required Qualifications:

Veterinary Technician I - High school diploma or equivalent and one-year relevant experience. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Veterinary Technician II - Credentialed veterinary technician.

Preferred:
  • Graduate from an accredited American Veterinary Medical Association program for veterinary technologyOR American Registered Radiologic Technologist.
  • Credentialed veterinary TechnicianOR Registered Radiological Technologist
Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This is a CARE position offering limited benefits including health insurance and paid time off. When appropriate certifications are achieved promotional opportunities to a level II title may be available. This position will also become eligible for transition into a TEAMS (staff) salary plan.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs bend kneel pull push twist and stand for an extended period of time.


Required Experience:

IC

Classification Title:Radiation Oncology Veterinary TechnicianJob Description:The Small Animal Hospital is recruiting a veterinary technician for the Radiation Oncology service. We are seeking a technician who is passionate about the opportunities the oncology specialty can provide in prolonging the ...
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Key Skills

  • Veterinary Experience
  • Animal Care
  • Communication skills
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Veterinary Technician Experience
  • Vital Signs Experience
  • Animal Handling
  • Animal Restraint
  • Experience Administering Injections
  • Catheterization
  • Medication Administration
  • Venipuncture Experience

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CARE is a leading humanitarian global organization. We deliver lasting change to some of the world's poorest communities and place special focus on working alongside poor women because, equipped with the proper resources, women have the power to help whole families and entire communit ... View more

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