Veterinary Oncology & Radiation Therapy Tech I

Georgia 4-H; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Veterinary Technician I in the Small Animal Specialty Services Oncology unit at the University of Georgia supports oncology care across Medical and Radiation Oncology, including anesthesia, chemotherapy, imaging, and treatment planning. The role emphasizes patient safety, education to clients, and collaboration with veterinarians and technicians.

Responsibilities include anesthesia induction and monitoring, operating radiation therapy equipment after training, performing laboratory

Qualifications

• Georgia Veterinary Technician license required or licensure within 6 months.
• Experience handling canine and feline patients in stressful situations.
• Phlebotomy on small or large animals.
• Ability to manually calculate dose conversions.
• Assist with anesthesia and chemotherapy in oncology setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care for oncology patients receiving radiation therapy.
• Perform physical assessments, venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, medication administration.
• Operate LINAC and imaging systems after training; position patients for treatment.
• Teach veterinary students and technician trainees during clinical teaching.
• Support chemotherapy appointments and patient care as needed.

Skills

Vet tech license

Animal handling

Stressful situations

Phlebotomy

Dose calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Georgia Veterinary Technician license eligible within 6 months

Job description

The Licensed Veterinary Technician I in the Small Animal Specialty Services Oncology unit at the University of Georgia supports oncology care across Medical and Radiation Oncology, including anesthesia, chemotherapy, imaging, and treatment planning. The role emphasizes patient safety, education to clients, and collaboration with veterinarians and technicians.

Responsibilities include anesthesia induction and monitoring, operating radiation therapy equipment after training, performing laboratory