Radiation Oncology Licensed Veterinary Technician

Licensed Veterinary Technician   Join a team that is redefining veterinary cancer care. The Oncology Service is a multi-location small animal oncology practice committed to delivering advanced treatment, compassionate support, and exceptional patient experiences when pets and their families need us most.   If you are looking for meaningful work, a collaborative team, and the chance to build specialized skills in oncology and radiation therapy, this is an opportunity to make a real difference every day. We combine high clinical standards with empathy, teamwork, and a sense of humor that helps us navigate challenging cases with heart.   The Oncology Service - Richmond is seeking a proficient Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our radiation oncology team. Our ideal candidate possesses compassion, creativity, strong communication skills, is extremely detail-oriented, and uses their initiative and work ethic to complement our team.   If you are interested in learning new topics and skills, have the desire to make positive impacts on the livelihood of pets and their people, and understand the depth of the human-animal bond, we encourage you to https://www.unitedveterinarycare.com/careers/opportunities/" style="border: 0.0px;font: inherit;margin: 0.0px;padding: 0.0px;vertical-align: baseline;color: rgb(5,99,193);">apply.   Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assisting with the efficiency of the oncologist by anticipating the doctor’s needs and providing exceptional and compassionate patient care, acquiring accurate patient histories, recordkeeping and invoicing, and client communication and education as directed by the veterinarian. Flawless IV catheter placement for chemotherapy and anesthetic use. Administration of chemotherapy, induction, and monitoring of general anesthesia/sedation for radiation treatment patients and CT scan patients. Low-stress handling techniques and restraint of patients during physical exams and diagnostic sample collection, proficient venipuncture. Advanced understanding of patient positioning for CT scans and radiation treatments a plus. Obtaining radiographs, performing CT scans, delivery of treatment plans on the linear accelerator – training provided. Utilizing Idexx in-house laboratory equipment Qualifications and Skills Licensed Veterinary Technicians - Virginia licensure required High school diploma or equivalent Minimum 2 years’ experience as a licensed veterinary technician required Radiation therapists are encouraged to apply Fear Free Certification preferred, but not required Benefits: The salary range for this position is up to $26-32/hr - Salary commensurate with experience level.   We offer great benefits for full-time employees, including: 4-day work week with no weekends Complimentary Short Term Disability Complimentary Life Insurance; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace) 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 4% company match for your 5% of contributions, eligible after 6 months of employment Florida Blue Insurance Plans with 3 tiered options; Kaiser for CA Residents Flexible Spending Account,  Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account  options United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members United Healthcare Vision Insurance options Long Term Disability option (paid for by employee) Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support Team Member Discounts for Pet Care Paid time off-inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation Digital Musculoskeletal Support Referral Bonus Program DailyPay on Demand We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a position we love.