Veterinary Radiation Oncology Technician, CVRC

The Charleston Veterinary Referral Center is hiring a full-time Radiation Oncology Technician to join our growing specialty team!

Compensation: $24–34/hr based on experience and skill level
Schedule: Full-time, Day Shifts Monday - Friday

Benefits: (Waiting periods may apply)

• Health insurance

• Employer Paid Pet insurance

• Generous paid time off and paid sick time

• Prioritization of work-life balance

• 401k planning with employer matching structure

• Tuition reimbursement assistance for those looking to enroll in tech school and obtain LVT

• Financial support for those pursuing their VTS certification

• Out-of-state license transfer costs covered by CVRC, relocation assistance available when applicable

• CE Benefits

• And more!

Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC), located in beautiful Charleston, SC, is a VECCS Level 1 certified facility, with our emergency center staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to support our community. Specialty services offered at CVRC include cardiology, internal medicine, neurology & neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, rehabilitation, and soft tissue & orthopedic surgery. Our hospital houses MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and digital radiography for advanced diagnostic imaging.

About the Role:

The Radiation Oncology Technician works closely with the Radiation Therapist and Radiation Oncologist to provide specialized, high-quality care to oncology patients undergoing radiation treatments. This role is highly technical and patient-focused, requiring strong anesthesia skills, advanced monitoring capabilities, and collaboration across multiple specialty teams.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced specialty environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care during complex procedures.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of Veterinary Technician experience (general practice, ECC, or specialty) LVT certification preferred

• Strong anesthesia, airway management, and patient monitoring skills

• Ability to perform IV catheter placement and manage complex or critical cases

• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills

• Effective communication skills with doctors, clients, and team members

• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to high-quality patient care

• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, medications, and monitoring tools for radiation treatments

• Perform pre-anesthetic assessments and administer anesthesia following established protocols

• Monitor and adjust anesthesia while tracking vital patient parameters during procedures

• Provide post-anesthesia recovery care and monitor patients for complications

• Position and prepare patients for radiation therapy and diagnostic imaging procedures

• Maintain accurate anesthesia logs, medical records, and treatment documentation

• Assist with radiographs, CT, and MRI positioning and image submission

• Educate and communicate with clients regarding treatments, medications, and aftercare instructions