Veterinary Technician - Radiation Oncology & Advanced Care

Doist; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet care discount

Employee assistance program

Continuing education allowance

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, & life insurer

Job summary

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) in Chattanooga is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join the Radiation Oncology Department. You will assist board-certified oncologists with exams, diagnostics, and radiation treatments, while delivering compassionate nursing care and coordinating with staff across specialties.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in veterinary medicine, oncology experience preferred, and strong attention to detail.

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 attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Board-Certified Radiation Oncologist: Use your skills to assist our board-certified Radiation Oncologists with exams, diagnostic procedures, and radiation treatments.
• Patient Interventions & CPR: You'll be monitoring patients at risk for cardiac and respiratory arrest and will initiate CPR as needed.
• Patient Monitoring/Record Keeping: You'll be performing patient assessments using various monitoring techniques and communicating with pet owners about their pet's history and at-home care.
• Diagnostics: You'll be hands-on using various diagnostics, including MRI, CT, and radiology. You will also be obtaining and handling patient samples for in-house and reference lab testing.
• Patient Monitoring: Oncology patients require intensive monitoring before, during, and after procedures. Your role will be to provide compassionate care and support, ensuring patients' safety and comfort while keeping detailed records.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with our amazing team to deliver comprehensive care and have a blast while doing it!
• Patient Advocacy : Advocate for the well‑being and comfort of patients from the moment they arrive until they are discharged.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Drug calculations

Medical math

Excellent communication

Team player

Lift 40 lbs

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or equivalent certification

Job description

Veterinary Care & Specialty Group (VCSG) in Chattanooga is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join the Radiation Oncology Department. You will assist board-certified oncologists with exams, diagnostics, and radiation treatments, while delivering compassionate nursing care and coordinating with staff across specialties.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in veterinary medicine, oncology experience preferred, and strong attention to detail.