Radiation Oncology Vet Tech: Advanced Patient Care

Veterinary-Care-and-Specialty-Group; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee pet care discount

Free Employee Assistance Program with

Competitive wages

Opportunities for continuing education

120 hours annual paid time off plus浮動

Job summary

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Radiation Oncology Department to support board-certified oncologists with exams, procedures, and treatment delivery.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a veterinary setting, preferably oncology or specialty practice, strong medical math skills, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. We emphasize teamwork, compassionate care, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a veterinary setting, with a preference for oncology or specialty practice.
• Skilled in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, drug calculations, and other technical skills.
• Strong medical math skills and experience with drug calculations.
• Attention to detail, must be thorough in your work, with a focus on accuracy, especially in critical moments
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple tasks.
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and a team player.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs
• Preferred- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

• Assist Board-Certified Radiation Oncologist with exams, diagnostic procedures, and radiation treatments.
• Monitor patients at risk for cardiac and respiratory arrest and initiate CPR as needed.
• Perform patient assessments using various monitoring techniques and communicate with pet owners about history and at-home care.
• Hands-on with diagnostics, including MRI, CT, and radiology, and handle patient samples for in-house and reference lab testing.
• Provide intensive monitoring before, during, and after procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver comprehensive care and support a positive workplace.
• Advocate for the well-being and comfort of patients from arrival to discharge.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug calculations

Medical math

Communication

Team player

Lift 40 lbs

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification

Job description

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Radiation Oncology Department to support board-certified oncologists with exams, procedures, and treatment delivery.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in a veterinary setting, preferably oncology or specialty practice, strong medical math skills, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. We emphasize teamwork, compassionate care, and growth opportunities.