Radiation Therapist, Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre

VCA Animal Hospitals; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Calgary is seeking a Registered Radiation Therapist to join their oncology team. This role allows you to deliver advanced radiation therapy to animal patients while collaborating with a passionate team. Previous veterinary experience is not required, and training will be provided. The ideal candidate is compassionate and eager to learn. The position offers excellent benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

RRSP Employer Group Match Program

Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time

Continuing education benefits

Generous personal pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Radiation Therapist (RTT) in good standing with a provincial licensing body.
• Experienced in planning and delivering external beam radiation therapy.
• Comfortable working in a clinical team and learning new procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a linear accelerator and associated radiation therapy equipment.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality radiation therapy to animals.
• Participate in daily QA checks and ensure radiation safety protocols.

Skills

Operational skills with LINAC

Collaboration with veterinary oncology team

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Passion for animal care

Education

Registered Radiation Therapist certification

Job description

Registered Radiation Therapist Location: Calgary, AB

Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is welcoming a Radiation Therapist to join our collaborative and growing veterinary oncology team. This is a unique opportunity to apply your human healthcare training in a dynamic veterinary setting, working alongside specialists in veterinary oncology to deliver advanced radiation therapy to animal patients.

While previous veterinary experience is not required, an openness to learning and adapting your skills to a new environment is essential. We’ll provide training and support as you transition into the veterinary field.

• Operate and maintain linear accelerator (LINAC) and associated radiation therapy equipment.

• Collaborate with veterinary oncology team members to deliver high-quality radiation therapy to animal patients (dogs and cats primarily).

• Apply your knowledge of treatment planning, dosimetry, patient positioning, and immobilization techniques adapted for animal patients.

• Participate in daily QA checks and routine machine maintenance.

• Assist in ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed for both staff and patients.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to problem-solve or the ability to ask clarifying questions to help you find solutions.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills in working with your colleagues and pet parents.

• Passion to learn more within the role.

• A love for all companion animals!!

Who You Are

• A Registered Radiation Therapist (RTT) in good standing with a provincial licensing body.

• Experienced in the planning and delivery of external beam radiation therapy.

• Comfortable working in a clinical team and learning new procedures.

• Compassionate and adaptable — animals aren’t humans, but they still deserve excellent care.

• Open to gaining experience in animal behaviour, handling (training provided), and veterinary protocols.

What VCA Canada Offers

Join our team and you will make a huge difference in the lives of pets and their families! With an extensive network of hospitals across Canada, each location offers a diverse experience, a local community feel, and a caring culture you can thrive in: We have the right fit for you!

• RRSP Employer Group Match Program! Saving for your future just got easier with VCA Canada

• A caring culture of Wellness and Appreciation!

• Extensive online anytime-anywhere access to journals and textbooks

• Ask us about our mobilization and hands-free radiology!

• Paid membership and dues

• Paid wellness days, sick days, and vacation time

• Employee assistance program

• Continuing education benefits; paid to learn!

• Exceptional career development: there is room to grow here!

• Referral Bonus Rewards!

• E-tools to assist with meditation, better sleep, exercise, and focus

• Virtual health care (telemedicine) offering quick access to quality care

• Access to amazing mini-courses

• Opportunities to give back to your community through VCA initiatives

• Annual uniform allowance

• Generous personal pet care discounts

• And extra perks like shopping discounts and cool wellness apps!

Ready to Help Animals Fight Cancer?

If you’re a Radiation Therapist looking for a meaningful new direction — where your skills make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love them — we’d love to hear from you.

Email: [e-mail] for further information or click Apply Now!

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