Radiation Oncology Animal Health Technician (Anml Health Tchn 3)

$60,237 - $91,166/Yr

University of California - Davis, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Davis, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Radiation Oncology Animal Health Technician at the University of California, Davis, provides essential technical support for the Radiation Oncology service under the supervision of the Oncology supervisor and faculty. This role involves the treatment of patients with critical illnesses, preparing anesthetic protocols, and monitoring anesthesia. The technician also assists clinicians with the operation of the Linear Accelerator and ensures quality assurance in patient treatment.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia technical support for patients undergoing treatment.
• Assist with radiation therapy technical support.
• Maintain and control facility and equipment inventory.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as required.

Requirements

• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
• Experience in pre-medicating, inducing, maintaining, and monitoring patients under anesthesia.
• Experience operating basic anesthesia equipment such as anesthesia machines and ventilators.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and effective communication skills with diverse groups.
• Experience in monitoring and reassessing emergent or critically ill patients.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of radiation therapy procedures, including external beam radiation.
• Understanding of basic oncology diseases.
• Experience in developing anesthesia protocols for patients.
• Familiarity with diagnostic procedures such as CT, MRI, and digital radiography.

Benefits

• Vacation - earn (3) three weeks per year!
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Sick Leave - eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)
• $750 Continuing Education annual allowance
• 60 hours Paid CE annually (pro-rated based on appointment %)
• $100 monthly stipend for RVTs
• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program
• Scrubs provided and laundered at no cost to the employee
• High quality and low-cost medical plans
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time
• Access to free professional development courses
• WorkLife and Wellness programs
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program
• Retirement benefit options including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion