MRI / CT Technologist – Veterinary Specialty Imaging
About The Position
Veterinary Surgical Centers (VSC) is seeking an experienced MRI / CT Technologist to join their advanced imaging team in Vienna, Virginia. This role focuses on advanced diagnostic imaging, including MRI and CT, within a veterinary specialty medicine context. The position involves preparing and positioning veterinary patients, operating MRI and CT equipment, acquiring high-quality images, assisting specialists, and maintaining documentation. The technologist will also work closely with clinical and anesthesia teams to provide safe patient care during imaging procedures, as many patients require sedation or general anesthesia. Safety protocols for MRI, CT, anesthesia, and radiation are paramount, as is maintaining a clean and organized imaging environment. The company is open to candidates with hands-on MRI or CT experience from human healthcare, offering training in the veterinary aspects of imaging and patient care. Veterinary experience is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Hands-on MRI and/or CT experience
- Experience working as an MRI Technologist, CT Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, or similar imaging professional
- Strong attention to detail and imaging quality
- A commitment to patient safety
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced specialty environment
- The physical ability to safely assist with positioning and moving patients
Nice To Haves
- Veterinary experience
- MRI Technologists
- CT Technologists
- Veterinary technicians with MRI/CT experience
- Imaging professionals interested in transitioning from human healthcare into veterinary specialty medicine
Responsibilities
- Prepare and position veterinary patients for MRI and CT procedures
- Operate MRI and CT equipment according to established imaging and safety protocols
- Acquire high-quality diagnostic images while minimizing repeat scans
- Assist specialists with advanced imaging studies and case preparation
- Maintain accurate imaging and patient documentation
- Help coordinate imaging schedules and workflow to support timely patient care
- Assist with monitoring sedated and anesthetized patients during imaging procedures
- Recognize changes in patient status and communicate concerns promptly
- Support safe patient positioning, preparation, recovery, and transport
- Follow MRI, CT, anesthesia, and radiation safety protocols
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe imaging environment
- Ensure equipment is ready for use and report operational concerns promptly
- Use appropriate PPE and dosimetry when required
- Support departmental safety and quality standards
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match up to 4% after six months of employment
- Generous paid time off
- Annual continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Mental health resources
- Company-paid bonding leave or applicable state-provided bonding leave
- Discounts on veterinary services and products
- Discounts on reference laboratory testing
- Discounts on Purina pet foods
- Pet insurance discounts through our preferred vendor
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
