Radiation Therapist Technologist, Veterinary
Short Pump, VA
Full Time
Radiation Therapist Technologist
Experienced
The Virginia Veterinary Centers in Short Pump, VA is hiring an experienced Radiation Therapist Technologist to join our Advanced Procedures & Radiation Therapy team!
Elevate Your Veterinary Technician Career with Cutting-Edge Medicine
Our Registered Veterinary Radiation Therapist (RTT) is responsible for delivering radiation therapy treatments to veterinary patients as prescribed by a board-certified veterinary radiation oncologist. This position requires expertise in the safe and accurate operation of linear accelerators, adherence to radiation safety protocols, and compassionate patient handling.
Compensation:
Schedule:
- $90,000/ annually and is based on experience, skill set, & certification.
Schedule:
- Monday - Friday, 5/ 8-hour shifts per week.
Why Join Us?
- Work alongside board- certified specialists & experienced DVMs
- Hands- on experience with advanced diagnostics imaging (CT, MR EKG, BP, SPO2) & TrueBeam radiation therapy
- Supportive, team- oriented culture with a focus on patient care & professional growth
Your Role:
- Accurately administer prescribed radiation doses using linear accelerators (LINAC), including TrueBeam, and associated imaging equipment (CT, MRI).
- Execute individualized daily radiation treatments and verify all setup parameters using immobilization devices and image-guided techniques.
- Maintain detailed and accurate treatment records; document deviations or concerns promptly.
- Provide basic client education on diagnostic imaging and radiation therapy, as directed by a veterinarian.
- Participate in treatment planning meetings and case rounds with the radiation oncologist and oncology team.
- Safely handle, restrain, and position patients before, during, and after treatment, minimizing stress and adhering to Fear-Free practices in collaboration with LVTs and DVMs.
- Monitor patient condition during treatment and promptly communicate concerns to the radiation oncologist.
- Coordinate with anesthesia and nursing teams to ensure proper induction, transport, and recovery protocols are followed.
- Accurately document patient information and treatment details in the medical record.
- Maintain a clean, dry, and comfortable environment for patients throughout their care.
- Work collaboratively with radiation oncologists, anesthesiologists, oncology nurses, and veterinary technicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
- Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery when necessary.
- Ensure proper patient hand- offs, check- ins/ check- outs, and communication across departments.
What We’re Looking For:
- ARRT Certification required (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
- Must pass the ARRT certification exam.
- Maintain active certification by completing 24 hours of continuing education (CE) every two years; at least 12 must be Category A ARRT-approved credits.
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-tech, fast-paced environment
- A team player with a commitment to excellence
- Proficiency in operating LINAC, CT, and MRI equipment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Compassionate and patient- focused care philosophy
- Effective communication and team collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently while maintaining high safety and care standards
- Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in Radiation Therapy or a related field.
- Graduate from a radiologic technology program accredited by an organization reorganized by VTBOM.
Why choose VVC? VVC recognizes the struggles of veterinary professionals. We have an onsite Veterinary Wellbeing Specialist to help guide our team members to a better and healthier professional career. The culture of our hospital is one of our top priorities, we spend a lot of time training new employees, and our management is present. Work life balance is a key component to our team members. Most team members are off 2 weekends a month.
We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for advancement. Experience is always a plus, but we are also willing to train and mentor new graduates. We recognize the importance of work/life balance and strive to provide a schedule conducive to maintaining a healthy work/life balance for all our employees. Students in their 3rd semester are welcome to apply (some scheduling limitations apply when working as a student LVT)
Benefits:
- Generous paid time off
- CE allowance
- Yearly scrub allowance
- Personal pet discount
- Paid License Renewals
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunity
- Relocation Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance
- 401(k)
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Referral program
- Relocation assistance
We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.
Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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