Veterinary Technician - Oncology

The mission of the Auburn University Oncology Service is to help animals with cancer achieve longer, happier lives. Working closely with the College of Veterinary Medicine's other specialty departments, the members of our medical, surgical, and radiation oncology team can provide well-rounded care and specialty testing for the diagnosis of cancer. Treatment options include surgery, injectable and oral chemotherapy, immunotherapy, electrochemotherapy, and radiation therapy - including intensity-modulated radiation therapy ( IMRT) or stereotactic radiation therapy ( SRT) via a state-of-the-art Varian EdgeTM linear accelerator. Additionally, our clinical trials may offer innovative diagnostics or treatment options for certain cancer types.

The technician selected for this position will aid in the care and assist with diagnostics, procedures, and treatments of veterinary patients primarily within the Oncology Service of the Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital. The individual will provide technical assistance and support to senior veterinary students, post-doctoral interns and residents, as well as faculty members, with a team-focus on patient care. The successful candidate personifies our hospital's goal to treat every client with the utmost courteous and attentive treatment, with great awareness of the emotional bond between owners and pets.

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Depending upon the combination of education and experience, the selected finalist will be hired as a Veterinary Technician and assigned levels I, II, or III.

Level I requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain national certification.

Level II requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain national certification plus 2 years of experience in Veterinary Technology or in the professional care and comfort of animals.

Level III requires an Associate's degree in Veterinary Technology or a related field that qualifies an individual to obtain national certification plus 4 years of experience in Veterinary Technology or in the professional care and comfort of animals.

Substitutions allowed for Education:
Indicated education is required; no substitutions allowed.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Active license with the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medicine as a Veterinary Technician, have met all requirements to become licensed, or have passed the Veterinary Technician National Exam ( VTNE). Veterinary Technician certification or license must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Experience in the care and comfort of animals, as well as detailed knowledge with the oncologic patient; the ability to obtain needed information to select and adapt methods and procedures; and skill in using specialized techniques and equipment to resolve operational problems not full covered by precedents.

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