Radiation Therapist - Oncology

Do you love working with great families and their pets? Love Learning? Love Teaching?

The best care starts with the best caregivers.

The Companion Animal Hospital Radiation Oncology service at the Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) has an immediate opening for a dedicated Licensed Radiation Therapist.

In this position, you will be part of a team of board-certified veterinary radiation and medical oncologists, licensed medical physicist, residents, veterinary students, and licensed veterinary technicians (LVT) that guide families through their pet’s cancer diagnosis and treatment, providing the best quality of life possible. The most satisfying part of our job is forming strong bonds with our patients and their families over the course of their treatment and follow- up visits.

This position will allow you to utilize your training and expertise to provide technical assistance for routine and complex cases that require radiation therapy, case workups, and procedures. Some examples include:

• Deliver high energy therapeutic radiation to primarily dogs and cats in accordance with the prescription and instructions provided by the Radiation Oncologist utilizing a linear accelerator (Varian Edge, CBCT) and record system (Aria Oncology Information System).

• Assist Anesthesia LVT in anesthetic induction/recovery, and monitoring of radiation patient side effects.

• Education of clients regarding treatment, radiation reactions and post treatment care and follow-up.

• Assume responsibility for compliance with university and regulatory policies and procedures.

• Shape the future of veterinary care through practical instruction of diverse veterinary students and house officers (radiation and medical oncology residents).

• Continuing education opportunities to stay current in new technology.

• Assist with clinical trials to advance veterinary cancer care.

What qualifications are required?

• AAS or AMA certified program, ARRT credential.

• 3-5 year’s experience in clinical therapeutic radiation therapy.

• NYS Licensure required by time of appointment.

• Comfortable working with animals – primarily, but not limited to, dogs and cats; previous experience is not required.

• Demonstrate problem-solving skills and adaptability, and ability to respond to advancements in treatment technology.

• Excellent communication skills and willingness to work in a busy, team-oriented clinical environment.

• Interest in ongoing career growth and advanced skill development

The Cornell University Hospital for Animals provides 24-hour care for pets 365 days a year, but our radiation therapy treatments are performed Monday through Friday.

What’s in it for you?

• An award-winning employer-of-choice benefits program

  • Comprehensive healthcare options

  • Access to wellness programs

  • Employee discounts with local and national retail brands

  • Generous retirement contributions

  • Impressive educational benefits include a tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program

• 3 weeks of vacation and 13 holidays with generous holiday pay if you do work on those days

• We invite you to follow this link to get more information: https://hr.cornell.edu/summaries-benefits.

• Cornell covers rabies pre-exposure vaccination and titer costs.

Who we are and what we do:

Cornell University Hospital for Animals is our core clinical training, patient care, and research unit within the CVM, comprising six diverse, world-class veterinary clinical units providing primary and specialty care. The Cornell Veterinary teaching hospital has 23 specialty services led by internationally renowned board-certified veterinary specialists, providing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care of animals, including 24/7 emergency care. We strive to offer a diverse, inclusive, and fulfilling work environment for our family of employees committed to outstanding patient care, client service, and veterinary training and research.

We encourage you to apply! Upload your cover letter and resume as one document at Workday.

We welcome questions!

Contact Gabriel Gonzalez - gag95@cornell.edu

**No visa sponsorship is available for this position.**

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