Certified Veterinary Technician, Radiation Oncology

Ethos Veterinary Health•Portsmouth, NH

2d•$20 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is seeking a dedicated Certified Veterinary Technician for its Radiation Oncology team in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The technician will work in a collaborative specialty setting alongside a board-certified Radiation Oncologist and an anesthesiology team, supporting advanced oncology treatments and compassionate patient and client care. Individualized onboarding and training are provided to support technical development in radiation oncology. This full-time position follows a schedule of four 9–10-hour shifts per week, Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday. Compensation is $20–$35 per hour, based on licensure, experience, and skills assessment, with a sign-on bonus offered. The hospital is a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital with advanced technology and specialty services. Its equipment includes digital radiology, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and a linear accelerator. The hospital emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and personalized patient care.

Requirements

Be a Certified, Licensed, or Credentialed Veterinary Technician in good standing (CVT, RVT, or LVT).
Strong technical skills in patient care, anesthesia monitoring, and veterinary nursing procedures.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Proficiency in medical recordkeeping and documentation.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Passion for collaboration, learning, and professional growth in veterinary medicine.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills.

Nice To Haves

Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) certification is a plus.
Students enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program and actively pursuing credentialing are encouraged to apply.
1–3 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician in a clinical hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with the board-certified Radiation Oncologist and anesthesiology team to provide patient care.
Guide clients and patients through appointments, treatments, and follow-up visits with professionalism and compassion.
Assist with patient assessments, diagnostics, and treatment planning.
Monitor anesthesia and sedation for procedures and treatments.
Support radiation therapy protocols, including SRT, IMRT, VMAT, IGRT, and palliative radiation therapies.
Advocate for patient comfort, safety, and wellbeing throughout hospitalization and treatment.
Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
Communicate with and educate clients in person and by phone.
Collaborate with specialists and hospital teams to ensure seamless patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus offered.
Annual continuing education allowance starting at $800 for licensed technicians, with incremental increases based on total years credentialed.
Uniform allowance.
Free VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education.
CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement separate from the CE allowance.
RECOVER training for advanced CPR skills.
Veterinary Technician education sponsorships, VTNE reimbursement, and VTS support.
16-week VTNE study group.
Professional development assistance.
Paid time off and sick time.
Employee referral bonuses.
Employee pet discount.
Access to financial benefits for student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
NVA Pet Resort discount and pet insurance discount.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance options.
401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.