Veterinary Radiation Oncology Therapist
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NC State University’s CVM Teaching Hospital seeks a Veterinary Radiation Oncology Therapist to coordinate and deliver radiation therapy for canine and feline patients. You will work with students and clinicians, ensure safe anesthesia support, imaging, and treatment planning, and help manage diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
The role requires an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technician background, RVT licensure or eligibility, and a commitment to a fast-paced teaching environment with diverse
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of medical diagnostics experience.
- Graduation from an AVMA accredited veterinary technician program is required.
- License or certification as RVT or equivalent is expected.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and deliver radiation therapy for patients as primary contact.
- Assist in admissions, updates, and routine client communications.
- Perform anesthesia support, CT imaging, and LINAC setup/delivery.
- Monitor vitals and provide post-anesthesia care and pain management.
- Coordinate equipment checks and work with related hospital teams.
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Veterinary Radiation Oncology Therapist
$48,200 - $55,800 with VTS or RT certification
M-F daytime hours, occasional overtime
CVM Teaching Hospital
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.
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.
This position provides care and coordination for patients with the Radiation Oncology department of the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center. The Radiation 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.
- Act as primary point of contact for scheduling and delivering radiation therapy to patients
- Participate 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
- Perform and support various diagnostic testing and procedures including; anesthesia support and monitoring, CT imaging, LINAC radiation setup & delivery
- Prepare patients for radiation treatments through communication, planning review, and adherence to prescribed clinical plans
- Provide direct patient care and medical treatments including TPR , BP monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sedative/treatment therapy injections
- 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 radiation oncology 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 LINAC system, anesthesia machine, IV fluid pumps, pulse Oximeter, BP monitor, syringe pump
- Perform all quality control checks for specialized radiation equipment
- Work in tandem with diagnostic groups associated with CT, Anesthesia, Radiology
- Work directly with hospital personnel to facilitate communication and anticipate, integrate, and coordinate services that optimize both internal and external satisfaction and overall patient care.
- Recordand communicate 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
- Maintain a clean and working environment following hospital standards, infectious disease and hospital policies, along with OSHA , EHS and Radiation Safety policies and trainings
- Participate in financial responsibilities such as procedural/consult charges, billing communications, estimate updates
- Participate in coordination of patient visit including but not limited to; requesting radiographic/surgical/anesthetic procedures, medication requests and diagnostic sample submission
- Keep all necessary equipment in clean and working order and have all necessary and appropriate stocked supplies available for procedures and daily patient care
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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.
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in medical diagnostics; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licenses.
- Previous experience as a veterinary technician in a clinical setting; preferably at a teaching hospital.
- Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state
- Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program RT “Radiation Therapist”
Valid NC Driver's License required
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Job Open Date 05/06/2025
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.) 05/12/2025
Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
00050247
SHRA
Medical Diagnostic Technician
Journey
$ 33,540 - $ 85,705
GN11
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.
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12 Month Recurring
Mandatory - Adverse Weather
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
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192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital
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 (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
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.
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
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- 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 up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Are you able to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis with or without reasonable accommodations?
- Yes
- No
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NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
PHONE: (919) 515-2011
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