Registered Veterinary Technician, Radiology
About The Position
Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging team. This full-time role involves supporting patients across multiple specialty and emergency departments. You will work closely with veterinarians, radiologists, specialists, and Advanced Imaging Technicians, developing expertise in radiography, anesthesia, CT, MRI, and advanced diagnostic imaging. Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County is committed to advancing veterinary medicine through exceptional patient care, education, and professional development. The Diagnostic Imaging team provides advanced imaging services and partners with multiple specialties to diagnose and manage complex cases. The hospital also offers mentorship and financial support for technicians pursuing a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of Veterinary Technician experience in an animal hospital setting required.
- Proficiency in radiographic positioning, techniques, and image acquisition required.
- Experience processing basic laboratory specimens.
- Strong understanding of veterinary anatomy and patient positioning.
- Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative specialty hospital environment.
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.
- Ability to participate in the department's on-call rotation.
Nice To Haves
- Strong veterinary anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring skills preferred.
- Experience with CT, MRI, advanced imaging, specialty medicine, or emergency veterinary medicine is highly desirable.
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Partner with veterinarians and specialists in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and imaging procedures.
- Perform anesthesia support and monitoring, including intubation, extubation, vital-sign monitoring, recovery, and equipment troubleshooting.
- Obtain and prepare blood samples and other specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Position patients and obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs while following proper radiation safety protocols.
- Coordinate inpatient and outpatient Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging schedules across hospital departments.
- Assist Advanced Imaging Technicians with high-quality CT and MRI studies.
- Produce accurate diagnostic images efficiently while maintaining strong knowledge of veterinary anatomy and positioning.
- Maintain and troubleshoot imaging, anesthesia, and associated equipment.
- Communicate effectively with radiologists, specialists, technicians, and other hospital teams.
- Participate in the department's on-call rotation and assist with patient care during Imaging downtime.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Three weeks of accrued paid time off, increasing with milestone anniversaries
- Uniforms
- 75% employee pet discount
- Competitive annual Veterinary Technician and RVT continuing education allowance
- VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education, training, and curriculum
- RVT license application and renewal reimbursement
- Partnerships with Veterinary Technician programs and scholarship opportunities
- Financial support and on-site mentorship toward pursuing a VTS credential
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
