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Req ID:
req17145
Position Title:
Veterinary Radiology Tech/Radiological Technologist
Position Type:
Staff Full-Time
Position Number:
AS9872
OSU Campus:
Stillwater
Department:
Okla Veterny Medcl Teaching Hosp
Location Address:
Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States
Hiring Supervisor:
Cody Collom
Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):
16.63 - 33.27, Hourly
Work Schedule:
M-F 8 am to 5 pm (hours may vary, including on call)
Faculty Appt Period:
Job Summary:
Perform imaging on animals of all species with compassionate and appropriate patient care. Perform imaging studies which may include Radiographs, CT, NM, MRI and/or Ultrasound exams on patients as requested by radiologists and/or other clinicians, documenting the completed exams. Maintain records and perform routine quality control associated with each modality. Instruct and assist veterinary students in positioning of patients for routine, special, and/or emergency procedures. Model radiation safety and follow ALACA guidelines and university radiation safety standards and policies. Maintain stock and cleanliness of assigned room(s). Perform minor administrative duties. Complete other tasks that are assigned or become necessary. If on emergency duty, must be available and on site within 30 minutes and must be willing to fill in, in an emergency situation. Promotional opportunities may be available through established career development plan.
Employee may be required to rotate with other radiology technologists in maintaining holiday work schedules and emergency call schedules. Will be subject to stay after 5:00 pm at times to complete necessary work and to be called in occasionally for emergency Imaging procedures. Emergency schedule is subject to change.
In addition to occupational radiation exposure, working with horses, cattle and other farm animals and some dogs, cats and exotic animals can expose worker to physical injury such as kicks and animal bites. Rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis is required (and provided by the VTH). Some animals are loud, have a bad smell, may eliminate excrement inappropriately and may otherwise be uncooperative, making the work assignment more difficult. Employee may occasionally be required to clean up excrement, vomit, etc.
Must be able to assist with lifting heavy dogs, up to 120 pounds. This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach resume and three references
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program or technical degree from a certified radiology training program.
Must be able to perform routine diagnostic imaging studies. Animal handling skills or ability/willingness to learn is required. Must be comfortable working with animals in general, including large animals. Must be able to assist with lifting heavy dogs, up to 100-120 pounds.
Radiography, CT, MRI, Ultrasound and/or Nuclear Medicine experience/training desired, but not necessary. Will provide training for other modalities in the imaging service. Will need to be able to quickly maneuver around x-ray table to position animal patients and between table and adjacent anesthetic equipment. Must be comfortable with Windows-based computer applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
Five years of veterinary technician experience and/or radiological technologist experience. Must also have 5 years of experience solely utilizing and performing studies with two of three specialized modalities in CT, MRI, or Nuclear Medicine Imaging.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Radiological Technologist (RT)
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
Req ID:
req17145
Position Title:
Veterinary Radiology Tech/Radiological Technologist
Position Type:
Staff Full-Time
Position Number:
AS9872
OSU Campus:
Stillwater
Department:
Okla Veterny Medcl Teaching Hosp
Location Address:
Veterinary Teaching Hospital
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States
Hiring Supervisor:
Cody Collom
Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):
16.63 - 33.27, Hourly
Work Schedule:
M-F 8 am to 5 pm (hours may vary, including on call)
Faculty Appt Period:
Job Summary:
Perform imaging on animals of all species with compassionate and appropriate patient care. Perform imaging studies which may include Radiographs, CT, NM, MRI and/or Ultrasound exams on patients as requested by radiologists and/or other clinicians, documenting the completed exams. Maintain records and perform routine quality control associated with each modality. Instruct and assist veterinary students in positioning of patients for routine, special, and/or emergency procedures. Model radiation safety and follow ALACA guidelines and university radiation safety standards and policies. Maintain stock and cleanliness of assigned room(s). Perform minor administrative duties. Complete other tasks that are assigned or become necessary. If on emergency duty, must be available and on site within 30 minutes and must be willing to fill in, in an emergency situation. Promotional opportunities may be available through established career development plan.
Employee may be required to rotate with other radiology technologists in maintaining holiday work schedules and emergency call schedules. Will be subject to stay after 5:00 pm at times to complete necessary work and to be called in occasionally for emergency Imaging procedures. Emergency schedule is subject to change.
In addition to occupational radiation exposure, working with horses, cattle and other farm animals and some dogs, cats and exotic animals can expose worker to physical injury such as kicks and animal bites. Rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis is required (and provided by the VTH). Some animals are loud, have a bad smell, may eliminate excrement inappropriately and may otherwise be uncooperative, making the work assignment more difficult. Employee may occasionally be required to clean up excrement, vomit, etc.
Must be able to assist with lifting heavy dogs, up to 120 pounds. This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach resume and three references
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA accredited veterinary technology program or technical degree from a certified radiology training program.
Must be able to perform routine diagnostic imaging studies. Animal handling skills or ability/willingness to learn is required. Must be comfortable working with animals in general, including large animals. Must be able to assist with lifting heavy dogs, up to 100-120 pounds.
Radiography, CT, MRI, Ultrasound and/or Nuclear Medicine experience/training desired, but not necessary. Will provide training for other modalities in the imaging service. Will need to be able to quickly maneuver around x-ray table to position animal patients and between table and adjacent anesthetic equipment. Must be comfortable with Windows-based computer applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
Five years of veterinary technician experience and/or radiological technologist experience. Must also have 5 years of experience solely utilizing and performing studies with two of three specialized modalities in CT, MRI, or Nuclear Medicine Imaging.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Radiological Technologist (RT)
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
