VCA Animal Hospitals
Veterinary Technician Radiation Oncology
VCA Animal Hospitals, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, 33412
Certified Veterinary Technician Or Experienced Veterinary Assistant
VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our 24-hour Radiation Oncology/Radiation Therapy Service! VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists was established in West Palm Beach in 1998 and has flourished from a single-specialty practice into a full-service, multi-disciplinary, specialty-only practice. We reside within a 32,000 sq. ft. facility, operating 24/7/365, which includes an in-house national reference laboratory, blood bank, and Education Center with a 125-seat auditorium, conference room, and meeting hall used to provide continuing education programs. Our Advanced Imaging department offers on-site MRI, CT, C-Arm and Linear Accelerator (Halcyon). Compensation: $25 - $30 / hr based on experience, licensure, and skill set. Schedule: 4-5 days, ability to be flexible in schedule Our hospital provides radiation oncology/radiation therapy care services 4-5 days a week. This role supports our specialty veterinarians and assists hospital staff by managing appointments, delivering medical careincluding assisting with administering radiation therapy treatments, performing advanced diagnostic imaging, and assisting with procedures as directed by the veterinarian. Additional duties include helping with patient care, maintaining the facility, completing treatments, supporting other departments, and handling all other responsibilities related to animal care and the overall operation of the veterinary hospital. Responsibilities & Duties: Ability to perform a cursory exam and collect patient vitals. Recognize and report any potentially urgent medical issues to doctors immediately. Ensure timely vitals and doctor evaluations for appointments, transfers, and consults. Must induce, intubate, and prepare the patient for anesthetized advanced diagnostic imaging and RT treatment. Review sedation protocols for accuracy and safety, ensure they are appropriate for each task. Monitor anesthesia and inform the doctor immediately of any anomalies. Must assist with advanced diagnostic imaging (CT/MRI/Digital Radiographs/Fluoroscopy) and monitor anesthesia during procedures. Collect and prepare lab samples and perform tasks if a lab technician is unavailable. Provide guidance to doctors on which order to see cases and perform procedures. Provide guidance to technicians and assistants on how to prioritize tasks and admit new cases. Prepare/facilitate treatment plans/estimates for RT and other departments according to the doctor's recommendations. Review all invoices, histories, and treatment plans to verify accuracy; update estimates as necessary. Ensure records from pcDVM and referring hospitals have been received before the appointment. Help prepare discharge instructions and double-check that medications are correct; ensure that discharges are executed in a timely and clear manner. Facilitate prescriptions needing to be called in or compounded for in-house patients Distribute incoming lab results to the appropriate doctor(s). Proactively set up for procedures Post-procedure take-down, room sanitizing, and equipment sterilization and storage. Assist with maintaining a clean environment; ensure the department is clean and stocked daily. Ensure that client-patient visits go smoothly: answer questions, provide blankets, water, etc. Ensure follow-up calls and returned calls to clients are made promptly. Ensure that ECC doctors have been rounded before the attending doctors leave each day. Produce SSR forms and keep the department appropriately stocked, including special order items and chemo supplies. Goals & Expectations: Must always provide exceptional patient and medical care. Ensure that clients receive an exemplary customer service experience. Maintain a professional and positive attitude toward clients, doctors, technicians/assistants, and all staff he or she interacts with during the entire shift. Increase communication and efficiency. Assist other technicians/assistants, helping the department to run more efficiently or to help advance their skill levels when needed. Play an integral role in managing cases and workload for the RT department. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility. Must be friendly, outgoing, "people oriented." Excellent communications skills. Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties that will be expected in the job. Telephone and computer skills are necessary. Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept change. As an experienced Veterinary Technician/CVT, we want you to use your skills and knowledge to the fullest. Skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Compassionate patient care Patient assessment and triage Client education and care Hospitalization/ICU care Anesthesia induction and monitoring Surgical preparation and assisting Radiology Laboratory sample collection and diagnostic testing Venipuncture, catheterization Pharmacy Medical record keeping We are seeking veterinary technicians with experience in emergency or specialty medicine, or several years of experience in general practice. Flexible schedule will include some weekends and holidays. Pay is competitive, based on level of skill, experience, relevant education, and credentials. Some of the many benefits we offer: Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community Opportunities for learning, growth, and advancement Medical, dental & vision insurance Access to free mental health care, life assistance program, resources like Headspace, etc. Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay Paid parental leave Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians Tuition support and sponsorships including Veterinary Technology AAS, BAS completion and more Veterinary Technician license reimbursement (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts 401(k) retirement plan with company match Referral bonus opportunities Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships Interested in this opportunity? Apply! We look forward to hearing from you.
VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists is seeking an experienced Certified Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our 24-hour Radiation Oncology/Radiation Therapy Service! VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists was established in West Palm Beach in 1998 and has flourished from a single-specialty practice into a full-service, multi-disciplinary, specialty-only practice. We reside within a 32,000 sq. ft. facility, operating 24/7/365, which includes an in-house national reference laboratory, blood bank, and Education Center with a 125-seat auditorium, conference room, and meeting hall used to provide continuing education programs. Our Advanced Imaging department offers on-site MRI, CT, C-Arm and Linear Accelerator (Halcyon). Compensation: $25 - $30 / hr based on experience, licensure, and skill set. Schedule: 4-5 days, ability to be flexible in schedule Our hospital provides radiation oncology/radiation therapy care services 4-5 days a week. This role supports our specialty veterinarians and assists hospital staff by managing appointments, delivering medical careincluding assisting with administering radiation therapy treatments, performing advanced diagnostic imaging, and assisting with procedures as directed by the veterinarian. Additional duties include helping with patient care, maintaining the facility, completing treatments, supporting other departments, and handling all other responsibilities related to animal care and the overall operation of the veterinary hospital. Responsibilities & Duties: Ability to perform a cursory exam and collect patient vitals. Recognize and report any potentially urgent medical issues to doctors immediately. Ensure timely vitals and doctor evaluations for appointments, transfers, and consults. Must induce, intubate, and prepare the patient for anesthetized advanced diagnostic imaging and RT treatment. Review sedation protocols for accuracy and safety, ensure they are appropriate for each task. Monitor anesthesia and inform the doctor immediately of any anomalies. Must assist with advanced diagnostic imaging (CT/MRI/Digital Radiographs/Fluoroscopy) and monitor anesthesia during procedures. Collect and prepare lab samples and perform tasks if a lab technician is unavailable. Provide guidance to doctors on which order to see cases and perform procedures. Provide guidance to technicians and assistants on how to prioritize tasks and admit new cases. Prepare/facilitate treatment plans/estimates for RT and other departments according to the doctor's recommendations. Review all invoices, histories, and treatment plans to verify accuracy; update estimates as necessary. Ensure records from pcDVM and referring hospitals have been received before the appointment. Help prepare discharge instructions and double-check that medications are correct; ensure that discharges are executed in a timely and clear manner. Facilitate prescriptions needing to be called in or compounded for in-house patients Distribute incoming lab results to the appropriate doctor(s). Proactively set up for procedures Post-procedure take-down, room sanitizing, and equipment sterilization and storage. Assist with maintaining a clean environment; ensure the department is clean and stocked daily. Ensure that client-patient visits go smoothly: answer questions, provide blankets, water, etc. Ensure follow-up calls and returned calls to clients are made promptly. Ensure that ECC doctors have been rounded before the attending doctors leave each day. Produce SSR forms and keep the department appropriately stocked, including special order items and chemo supplies. Goals & Expectations: Must always provide exceptional patient and medical care. Ensure that clients receive an exemplary customer service experience. Maintain a professional and positive attitude toward clients, doctors, technicians/assistants, and all staff he or she interacts with during the entire shift. Increase communication and efficiency. Assist other technicians/assistants, helping the department to run more efficiently or to help advance their skill levels when needed. Play an integral role in managing cases and workload for the RT department. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility. Must be friendly, outgoing, "people oriented." Excellent communications skills. Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties that will be expected in the job. Telephone and computer skills are necessary. Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept change. As an experienced Veterinary Technician/CVT, we want you to use your skills and knowledge to the fullest. Skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Compassionate patient care Patient assessment and triage Client education and care Hospitalization/ICU care Anesthesia induction and monitoring Surgical preparation and assisting Radiology Laboratory sample collection and diagnostic testing Venipuncture, catheterization Pharmacy Medical record keeping We are seeking veterinary technicians with experience in emergency or specialty medicine, or several years of experience in general practice. Flexible schedule will include some weekends and holidays. Pay is competitive, based on level of skill, experience, relevant education, and credentials. Some of the many benefits we offer: Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community Opportunities for learning, growth, and advancement Medical, dental & vision insurance Access to free mental health care, life assistance program, resources like Headspace, etc. Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay Paid parental leave Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians Tuition support and sponsorships including Veterinary Technology AAS, BAS completion and more Veterinary Technician license reimbursement (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT) Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts 401(k) retirement plan with company match Referral bonus opportunities Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships Interested in this opportunity? Apply! We look forward to hearing from you.