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Veterinary Technician Radiation Oncology
full-time•Aurora•$0k - $0k
About this role
VCA Aurora Animal Hospital is expanding its Pet CancerCare Center and is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician for our Radiation Oncology Services!
Our Radiation Oncology Service:
At VCA Aurora’s Pet CancerCare Center, our multidisciplinary oncology team designs an individualized treatment plan for each pet patient using the most advanced and effective treatments available—much like those used in human medicine.
With Varian Halcyon™ technology at VCA Aurora Animal Hospital, we are committed to the future of radiation therapy for our patients. We provide definitive intent and palliative intent radiation treatments as well as quality of life monitoring.
Skills that our Technicians utilize, but are not limited to:
Anesthesia monitoring
Creating individualized anesthetic protocols in collaboration with Radiation Oncologist
Collecting patient histories
Physical examinations and patient assessment
Venipuncture/IVC placement
Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging
Pharmacy
Patient recovery
Work collaboratively with team members of all hospital services
Schedule: Full-Time opportunities available , 4x 8 hour shifts, weekdays (Monday-Friday).
Compensation: $ 24 - 28/hr is based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
Qualifications:
Proficient in anesthesia monitoring and administration.
Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
Benefits of joining the VCA Aurora Team!
VCA offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and professional development of its associates. Key benefits include:
Mental Health: Access to the Lyra mental health platform, including up to 12 therapy sessions per year, guided self-care, and meditation resources.
Full Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options, as well as fertility benefits.
Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick, parental, and bereavement leave.
Financial Support: 100% employer-paid short-term and long-
Protection: Access to the Better Together Fund for crisis support in qualifying situations.
Perks: Rabies prophylaxis vaccine and titer testing.
Our hospital has a Technician Training and Development Coordinator, who works closely with all Technicians and Assistants to provide aid in development, help set goals, and push our team to greatness
Education: Continuing Education (CE) allowance for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians, along with access to WOOF University®, which includes RACE-approved courses.
Latest Tech & Innovation: Opportunities to work with the latest technology and programs that encourage innovation and creativity, such as VCA Next.
Sponsorships: Penn Foster and VTNE test prep sponsorships, as well as VTNE prep courses.
Discounts: Discounted Low-Stress Handling, Fear Free, and AAFP Cat-Friendly certifications, along with VETGirl and VIN subscriptions.
Freebies: Free NAVTA membership and a free subscription to Plumb’s.
Programs: Leadership development and mentorship programs.
On-Site Social Worker: We are proud to have an on-site social worker for our associates and our clients.
Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan with increasing employer contribution.
Full Coverage: 100% employer-paid professional liability coverage and life insurance coverage equal to one year’s salary.
Pet Care Perks: Generous pet care discounts and VIP programs.
Advisory Services: Student loan advisory services, tools, and resources.
Legal Resources: Access to legal resources for common legal services.
Transfer Opportunities: Nationwide hospital transfer opportunities.
Whether you are a highly experienced technician or a newcomer to specialty veterinary medicine, apply today! We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 2600 West Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.What you'll do
- The Veterinary Technician will work within the Radiation Oncology Services to monitor anesthesia, collect patient histories, and perform diagnostic imaging. They will collaborate with the oncology team to create individualized treatment plans for pets.
About VCA Animal Hospitals
A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From general practice to emergency and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 430 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care.
As part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, VCA is taking care of the future of veterinary medicine to help achieve the Mars Petcare Purpose—A Better World for Pets™. To learn more about VCA, visit: www.vca.com or find us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
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As a Veterinary Technician Radiation Oncology at VCA Animal Hospitals, you will: the Veterinary Technician will work within the Radiation Oncology Services to monitor anesthesia, collect patient histories, and perform diagnostic imaging. They will collaborate with the oncology team to create individualized treatment plans for pets..
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