Radiation Oncology Anesthesia Technician

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 59,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Tuition and Academic Assistance

Job summary

NC State Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Radiation Oncology Anesthesia Technician to provide advanced anesthetic care for small, large, and exotic species within a teaching hospital environment.

The role emphasizes peri-anesthetic management, monitoring, and collaboration with clinicians and students, with an expectation of upholding rigorous safety and documentation standards.

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.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Patient Care & Anesthesia Support: provide comprehensive anesthetic and peri-anesthetic care for diverse species.
• Monitoring, Equipment & Technical Proficiency: operate and maintain advanced anesthetic and monitoring equipment.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: coordinate care with specialty services, clinicians, staff, and students.
• Education, Training & Mentorship: orient, teach, and coach learners and staff in a teaching-hospital setting.
• Documentation, Safety & Compliance: document care in HIS and adhere to safety protocols.

Education

Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program

Job description

Job Posting Information

Posting Number: PG195134SP

Working Title: Radiation Oncology Anesthesia Technician

Anticipated Hiring Range: $53,000 - $59,600

Work Schedule: M-F daytime, occasional overtime

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: CVM Teaching Hospital

About the Department

Established in 1983, the NC State Veterinary Hospital (VH) is one of the nation's highest-rated academic medical centers, serving North Carolina and the surrounding region. The VH treats nearly 35,000 patients annually across more than 20 clinical services, utilizing a team-based approach that leverages the expertise of nationally and internationally renowned board-certified specialists.

The VH is dedicated to:

• Clinical Excellence: Providing compassionate, state-of-the-art specialty healthcare at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.
• Education: Delivering expert clinical instruction to fourth-year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
• Innovation: Advancing the field through the ongoing investigation of innovative techniques and medical procedures.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

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.

Essential Job Duties

The Radiation Oncology Department provides advanced oncological support to a varied patient population across the hospital campus, including small, large, and exotic species. This position requires advanced veterinary medical knowledge, strong time-management skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, teaching-focused clinical environment. The position collaborates closely with specialty services, clinicians, staff, and students to coordinate and deliver high-quality anesthetic and service specific patient care needs. Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessment, administration of complex anesthetic and medical treatments, continuous monitoring during diagnostic procedures, post-procedural recovery, and strict adherence to infectious disease and safety protocols. This role also supports hospital operations through documentation, workflow coordination, and the training and mentoring of learners and new staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Patient Care & Anesthesia Support Provide comprehensive anesthetic and peri-anesthetic care, including pre-anesthetic assessments, high-risk drug calculations, advanced monitoring, life-saving interventions, pain management, and recovery for small, large, and exotic species.
• Monitoring, Equipment & Technical Proficiency Operate, interpret, and maintain advanced anesthetic and physiologic monitoring equipment and specialized patient care devices to ensure patient safety during diagnostic, and imaging procedures.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration Coordinate care and communicate effectively with specialty services, clinicians, staff, and students across multiple hospital service areas to support complex cases.
• Education, Training & Mentorship Orient, teach, and coach new staff, students, interns, and residents on anesthetic procedures, hospital policies, and patient care standards in a teaching-hospital environment.
• Documentation, Safety & Compliance Accurately document patient care and treatments within hospital information systems while maintaining a clean, safe work environment and adhering to infectious disease protocols, OSHA, EHS, and radiation safety standards. Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a veterinary technician in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.
• Demonstrated proficiency in operating and interpreting advanced anesthetic and physiologic monitoring equipment and supporting diagnostic or imaging procedures.
• Experience training, mentoring, or instructing veterinary students, interns, residents, or veterinary staff in a clinical setting.
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary veterinary teams while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment and maintaining accurate electronic medical records.

Required License or Certification

• Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state
• Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program

Valid NC Driver's License required: No

Commercial Driver's License Required?: No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date: 07/23/2026

Earliest Close Date: 07/29/2026

Position Details

Position Number: 00112209

Position Type: SHRA

Position Classification Band Title: Medical Support Technician

Position Classification Band Level: Advanced

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

Salary Grade Equivalency: MH09

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): 1.0

Appointment: 12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Mandatory - Adverse Weather

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, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies

Time Limited Position: No

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.

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