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Registered Veterinary Technician - Radiation Oncology Anesthetist

Veritas Veterinary Partners·Wheat Ridge, Colorado

$24 - $29/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

The RVT Anesthetist is responsible for performing pre-anesthetic assessments and managing anesthesia for CT simulations and daily radiation therapy fractions. They must ensure patient safety through continuous monitoring and precise positioning within the radiation oncology workflow.

World Class Medicine. Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

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Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Radiation Oncology team in a dedicated anesthesia role. This position is central to delivering safe, high-quality radiation therapy to veterinary cancer patients — every patient, every fraction, every day. The RVT Radiation Oncology Anesthetist works exclusively within the radiation oncology service alongside board-certified radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and a specialized care team to ensure each patient is safely and consistently anesthetized for CT simulation and daily treatment.

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Key responsibilities

  • Anesthesia
  • Perform pre-anesthetic assessments including patient history review, physical examination, and evaluation of relevant diagnostics
  • Develop and implement individualized anesthetic protocols in collaboration with the supervising radiation oncologist
  • Induce, maintain, and monitor anesthesia for CT simulation scans and daily radiation therapy treatment fractions
  • Place intravenous catheters, manage endotracheal intubation, and maintain airway patency throughout each procedure
  • Continuously monitor and record vital parameters including heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, end-tidal CO₂, SpO₂, and temperature
  • Recognize and respond promptly and effectively to anesthetic complications and emergencies
  • Recover patients from anesthesia and provide post-procedure monitoring and nursing care
  • Manage pain assessment and analgesic administration perioperatively per protocol
  • Radiation oncology workflow
  • Position and immobilize patients precisely and reproducibly for each treatment fraction in accordance with the radiation oncologist's setup instructions
  • Coordinate daily anesthesia scheduling to align with the radiation therapy treatment calendar
  • Assist with CT simulation setup and patient positioning for treatment planning scans
  • Maintain thorough and accurate anesthesia and patient records within the oncology information system
  • Communicate patient status, concerns, and changes to the oncology team and client services staff in a timely manner
  • Radiation safety & compliance
  • Follow all radiation safety protocols including proper use and monitoring of personal dosimetry badges
  • Adhere to ALARA principles and institutional radiation safety policies at all times
  • Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and institutional regulations regarding controlled substance handling and documentation
  • Maintain and perform basic troubleshooting of anesthesia equipment; report malfunctions promptly

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  • Required qualifications
  • Active Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license in good standing — this is a firm requirement; applications without a current RVT license will not be considered
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on clinical experience running anesthesia independently in a veterinary setting
  • Demonstrated proficiency in small animal anesthetic induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery
  • Strong working knowledge of multiparameter anesthetic monitoring equipment
  • Experience managing anesthetic emergencies and critically ill patients
  • Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to perform consistently in a high-stakes, repetitive clinical environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills within a specialty care setting

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Work environment & physical requirements

  • This is an exclusively radiation oncology-based position.
  • The RVT Anesthetist works within a radiation therapy facility and will have regular, controlled exposure to low-level ionizing radiation.
  • All staff are required to wear dosimetry monitoring devices and comply strictly with radiation safety policies at all times.
  • The role involves frequent standing, bending, and patient handling, including lifting patients and equipment up to 50 lbs.
  • Schedule adherence is essential, as daily treatment fractions run on fixed timing.

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SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION • Schedule

  • Monday through
  • Thursday, 8:00am - 6:00pm, half day on Friday every 6 weeks
  • Salary: $24.00–$29.00 / hour, based on experience with anesthetic protocols

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Benefits

  • Discount on veterinary care and pet insurance options for your furry family
  • Mental health support with Talkspace
  • Uniform allowance
  • Learning and growth opportunities
  • Continuing education support for licensed team members
  • 401k retirement plan options with company match
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance options — some plans may be paid up to 100%
  • Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
  • Paid time off for full-time team members

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About wheat ridge animal hospital

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is Hiring… and so is everyone else. So, what is unique about our hospital?

Every aspect of our organization links to one key tenet, which is to provide compassionate and optimal patient care. We have a long standing and national reputation of gold standard medicine, supported by both the education and training of our team members, along with top-of-the-line equipment needed to keep stride with the advancements in veterinary medicine.

With this as the epicenter of our mission, our culture consists of respect, compassion, understanding, and teamwork. Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital provides an internal community that supports work-life balance, employee learning and engagement and personal and career development; we also are committed to external community involvement, which encompasses fellow veterinary establishments and shelters, city eco sustainability actions, support of local businesses and law enforcement pet care. We are not just a corporation, we are an entity, a living, breathing, growing organism that can only thrive when comprised of great team members.

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Location: 10140 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Base Pay $24—$29 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.

Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$24 - $29/hr
Location
Wheat Ridge, Colorado
Posted
Jul 20, 2026
Application
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Veritas Veterinary Partners

Veritas Veterinary Partners is collection of premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals across the U.S. Our hospitals are led by best-in-class doctors, technicians and staff who provide exceptional and compassionate care. With specialists in surgery, oncology,...

Salary listed on 50 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Colorado RVT oncology anesthesia demand

Colorado employers often look for RVTs with anesthesia experience in specialty and referral settings, especially when the role involves radiation oncology and critically ill patients. These positions are competitive because they require an active RVT license, independent anesthesia skills, and comfort with high-acuity small animal monitoring; the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. If you are considering applying, review your recent anesthesia cases and be ready to discuss how you manage unstable patients and workflow under supervision.

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