Oncology Veterinary Technician

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State University is seeking a qualified Oncology Veterinary Technician for its Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The role involves providing top-tier medical oncology care, maintaining a sterile environment, and supporting veterinary students. Ideal candidates will have extensive veterinary knowledge, a passion for working in a teaching environment, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited training program in veterinary technology or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in a canine/feline veterinary setting required.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and medical treatments including anesthesia support and monitoring.
• Assist in various diagnostic testing and procedures.
• Coordinate patient visit and maintain a clean working environment.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

Graduation from an AVMA accredited Veterinary Technician program

Tools

IV fluid pumps

Pulse Oximeter

BP monitor

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In addition to your application please submit the contact information for at least three professional references.

*Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.*

Job Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG194481SP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Working Title Oncology Veterinary Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $50,000-$56,200, with additional compensation for VTS

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday-Friday (Day Shift)

Job Location

Department

Department CVM Teaching Hospital

About the Department

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.

This position provides care and coordination for patients with the Medical Oncology department of the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The Medical Oncology service offers leading edge care for patients in need of diagnosis and treatment related to various types of cancer.

A person in this department must possess in-depth knowledge of veterinary medicine and a strong desire to work in a fast-changing, teaching environment with a varied population of people.

Direct patient care duties include but are not limited to:

• 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, mass and bone marrow biopsies, physical evaluations, microscope evaluations
• Prepare patients for surgical procedures through standard aseptic clip, prep, scrub and draping techniques
• Maintain a sterile surgical environment and provide assistance during routine and surgical procedures
• Provide direct patient care and medical treatments including TPR , BP monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sedative/treatment therapy injections, bandaging, chemotherapy, microscope slide preparation
• Perform moderate risk drug calculations, including CRI , IV fluid, medical pain management and chemotherapy treatment therapies
• Provide post-anesthesia and post-sedation recovery and care, including pain management, for an array of elective procedures
• Direct monitoring of canine and feline cancer 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 such as IV fluid pumps, pulse Oximeter, BP monitor, syringe pump
• Position works in tandem with diagnostic groups associated with CT, MRI , ultrasound, and radiography
  
  

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 clients, rDVM, and 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 information systems.
• Orientation, teaching, and coaching new staff, students, interns and residents in related policies, procedures, and patient care
• Maintaining a clean and working environment following hospital standards, infectious disease and hospital policies, along with OSHA , EHS and radiation safety policies and trainings
• Participates in financial responsibilities such as procedural/consult charges, billing communications, estimate updates
• Responsible for coordination of patient visit including but not limited to; requesting radiographic/surgical/anesthetic procedures, medication requests and diagnostic sample submission
• Keeps all necessary equipment in clean and working order and has all necessary and appropriate stocked supplies available for procedures and daily patient care
  
  

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited training program in the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Other Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in a canine/feline veterinary setting.
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all times and maintain professionalism in emotionally charged / challenging situations.
• Ability to provide high-quality customer service.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to work beyond scheduled work hours when needed.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and be an active participant in problem-solving and team advancement.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics.
• Ability to work independently and practice good judgment to ensure high quality care for all patients and request assistance when needed.
• Desire to teach 4th-year veterinary students

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary technician in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.

Required License or Certification

• Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state
• Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program
• Some positions may require additional Training, Certifications, or Licensure.

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required No

Commercial Driver's License Required?

Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 03/11/2025

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)

Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 03/18/2025

Notice to Applicants

Special Instructions

In addition to your application please submit the contact information for at least three professional references.

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.

Position Number

Position Number 00065584

Position Type

Position Type SHRA

Position Classification Band Title

Position Classification Band Level

Position Classification Band Level Advanced

Position Classification Salary Range

Position Classification Salary Range $ 39,000 - $ 77,109

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency GN08

Alternate Option

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0

Appointment

Appointment 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No

Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)

Department Id

Department Id 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
  • NCSU Website
  • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
  • NCSU Executive Search Services
  • Monster.com
  • CareerBuilder.com
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Other Online Job Board
  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Professional Journal
  • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
  • Radio / Television Advertisement
  • Professional Organization
  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
  • NCSU Employee Referral
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
  • Other
• * If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you completed an accredited Training Program in the area of assignment; OR do you have an equivalent combination of training and experience?
  • Completed an accredited Training Program in the area of assignment
  • Equivalent combination of training and experience
  • None of the above
• * Are you currently a NC Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or are you able to become a Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of NC within 6 months of date of hire? NC RVT exam eligibility requirements include graduation from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program and a passing score on the National Veterinary Technician Exam.
  • Yes, I am currently a Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of NC.
  • No, while I am not currently a Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of NC, I am eligible and will obtain my RVT within 6 months of date of hire.
  • No, I am not currently a Registered Veterinary Technician and will not be able to obtain my RVT within 6 months of date of hire.
• * Do you have Veterinary Technician skills including placing catheters, drug calculations, and performing venipuncture?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires the ability to lift of up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Are you able to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis with or without accommodation?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to work around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors?
  • Yes
  • No
Required Documents
• Resume
• Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
• Cover Letter

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