Veterinary Assistant - Radiation Oncology

Veterinary Assistant - Radiation Oncology
Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Job Summary
The Veterinary Assistant will be responsible for providing patient care and service support in a courteous and professional manner for the Radiation Oncology Service at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and may be asked to assist in other areas of the hospital. The Veterinary Assistant will be working under the direct supervision of the Oncologist and Veterinary Technicians.Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage paperwork, scheduling, communication, and maintenance of the radiation therapy service
  • Create base discharge summaries and enter needed vital information in patient records under the direction of a veterinarian.
  • Clean and maintain facility, equipment and instruments.
  • Maintain supplies necessary to radiation treatment planning and positioning.
  • Maintain treatment records as instructed.
  • Assist with scheduling of pets for radiation therapy.
  • Assist with pet owners to obtain history of pet's progress since the last visit (receive) and provide information about patient care to owners (release patients) for radiation therapy.
  • Coordinate diagnostic imaging as needed for radiation therapy patients.
  • Communicate with pet owners to facilitate appointment scheduling, and coordinate visit with any needed services (medical oncology, imaging, anesthesia).
  • Stock supplies in radiation therapy area.
  • Monitor supplies and assist with ordering any needed equipment, supplies, or other needs, under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician when appropriate.
• Patient Care - provide basic care in a professional and courteous manner with the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician • Perform initial vital assessment of patients (body weight, temperature, pulse, and respiration), and assist clinicians, staff and students in conducting physical examinations, handling animals, and updating clinical records. • Provide needed care to animal patients while in the hospital including but not limited to preparing areas of confinement (placing bedding in cages and runs), offering food and water, taking for walks. • Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with providing proper and complete treatment of animals, which could include helping to collect and submit for analysis any biologic samples, tending to animal needs (such as cleaning of wounds and bandaging). • Assist with administration of oral or parenteral medication, SQ or IV fluids to radiation therapy patients under the direction of a veterinarian or veterinary technician.
• Other duties as assigned which may include basic research that involves radiation therapy

Additional Physical Demands
An environment of stress may be anticipated. The person in this position must be capable of reliably functioning in such an area. The amount of physical exertion will vary with assignments. The handling of any animal presents some element of risk or injury. Some strength and considerable caution are required when working with animals during diagnostic or surgical procedures. To some degree, unpleasantness may be experienced under such conditions. This position entails operating equipment, administering medications, and restraining animals of various species for examination. Exposure to anesthetic agents may present a potential hazard. An ability to work in the presence of animal waste, fluids, syringes, needles, and medications that are potentially dangerous and must be used with care. Persons allergic to animal dander, dust, pollen, hay, etc., may experience discomfort in this position. Work involving animals with various disease states may expose the individual to viral, bacterial, and fungal agents known to be transmissible to man. Exposure to chemicals and anesthetic waste gases may be potentially hazardous if mishandled or misused. Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiar with federal regulations and university and hospital polices regarding the use and handling of controlled substances.
• Able to adapt to new technologies, procedures and equipment.
• Demonstrate adherence to strict protocols.
• Able to instruct veterinary medical/technician students in patient care protocol and procedures and in the use of equipment or instrumentation.
• Able to recognize abnormalities in vital signs of patients and assess changes observed
• Able to observe, record, compile and assimilate data.
• Able to multi-task, pay close attention to details and work calmly and professionally under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to be a part of a respectful, efficient team.
• Courteous and polite.

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4079 - Veterinary Assistant position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 1/8/2024. Salary starts at $15.82/hour
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Jacob Bough at jbough@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1021620
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu