Veterinary Technician (General) - Radiation Oncology
University of Illinois

Job Info

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Veterinary Technician (General) - Radiation Oncology

Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Job Summary
The Veterinary Technician General in Radiation Oncology will provide technical and paramedical support and nursing care for patients under general direction of faculty clinicians and higher-level technicians in a courteous and professional manner and may be asked to assist in other areas of the hospital. Due to the teaching emphasis of the hospital, the Veterinary Technician may be responsible in assisting in the training of veterinary students, veterinary technician students and others in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in veterinary radiation oncology.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Patient Care - Learn to perform anesthesia, provide proficient and skilled paramedical technical support, nursing care and instruction in a professional and courteous manner
  
  ◦ Perform initial vital assessment of patients (body weight, temperature, pulse, and respiration), and assist clinicians, staff and students in conducting physical examinations, handling animals, and updating clinical records.
  ◦ Provide needed care to animal patients while in the hospital including but not limited to preparing areas of confinement (placing bedding in cages and runs), offering food and water, taking for walks.
  ◦ Assist with pet owners to obtain history of pet's progress since the last visit (receive) and provide information about patient care to owners (release patients) for radiation therapy.
  ◦ Learn to maintain anesthesia of animals for treatment under the direction of a veterinarian.
  ◦ Assist with monitoring of anesthesia (including IV catheter placement or restraint).
  ◦ Ensure the proper and complete treatment of animals, which could include helping to collect biologic samples, tending to animal needs (such as cleaning of wounds and bandaging).
  ◦ Assist with administration of oral or parenteral medication, SQ or IV fluids to radiation therapy patients under the direction of radiation oncology veterinarians.
  ◦ Learn to recognize and respond to emergency situations related to the administration of anesthetics.
  ◦ Assist veterinarians with coordinating diagnostic imaging as needed for radiation therapy patients.
  ◦ Communicate with pet owners to facilitate appointment scheduling, and coordinate visit with any needed services (medical oncology, imaging, anesthesia).
• Manage paperwork and maintenance of the radiation therapy service
  
  ◦ Learn to create base discharge summaries and enter needed vital information in patient records.
  ◦ Learn to clean and maintain facility, equipment and instruments.
  ◦ Maintain supplies necessary to radiation treatment planning and positioning.
  ◦ Maintain treatment records as instructed.
  ◦ Assist with scheduling of pets for radiation therapy.
• Use radiation therapy equipment to treat animals with radiation therapy
  
  ◦ With supervision by a veterinarian, position animals for radiation therapy using positioning aids and verify positioning with appropriate techniques (orthogonal portal radiography or cone beam CT).
  ◦ With supervision, run the linear accelerator to complete treatments.
• Other duties as assigned, which may include clinical or basic research that involves radiation therapy.

Additional Physical Demands
An environment of stress may be anticipated. The person in this position must be capable of reliably functioning in such an area. The amount of physical exertion will vary with assignments. For example, the assistant may be lifting a 40lb. dog on and off an examination table. The handling of any animal presents some element of risk or injury. Some strength and considerable caution are required when working with animals during diagnostic or surgical procedures. To some degree, unpleasantness may be experienced under such conditions.

This position entails operating equipment, administering medications, and restraining animals of various species for examination. Exposure to anesthetic agents may present a potential hazard. An ability to work in the presence of animal waste and fluids, syringes, needles, and medications are potentially dangerous and must be used with care. Persons allergic to animal dander, dust, pollen, hay, etc., may experience discomfort in this position. Work involving animals with various disease states may expose the individual to viral, bacterial, and fungal agents known to be transmissible to man. Exposure to chemicals and anesthetic waste gases may be potentially hazardous if mishandled or misused.

Minimum Qualifications

Successful completion or current enrollment in the final semester of a veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

Must obtain CVT license within 6 months of employment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Illinois Veterinary Technician Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• Familiar with federal regulations and university and hospital polices regarding the use and handling of controlled substances.
• Skill in the operation of surgical, laboratory and diagnostic equipment.
• Able to adapt to new technologies, procedures and equipment.
• Demonstrate adherence to strict protocols.
• Able to instruct veterinary medical/technician students in patient care protocol and procedures and in the use of equipment or instrumentation.
• Able to recognize abnormalities in vital signs of patients, assess charges observed, and take necessary action in the absence of a veterinarian.
• Able to operate on the clinical floor and anticipate needs and directions of staff and students regarding patients and methods of care.
• Able to observe, record, compile and assimilate data.
• Able to explain terminology used in veterinary medicine.
• Knowledge related to the care and handling of anesthetic waste gases.
• Able to multi-task, pay close attention to details and work calmly and professionally under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Courteous and polite.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4080 - Veterinary Technician (General) position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. Salary starts at $21.91/hour.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 06. 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jake Bough (jbough@illinois.edu). For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1024383
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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