Specialty Care Veterinary Technician, Radiology- AZ- Companion Animal Clinic

Midwestern University•Glendale, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Veterinary Technician - Radiology supports the Diagnostic Imaging Service of the Companion Animal Clinic (CAC) by providing high-quality imaging support and student instruction. This position assists veterinarians and technicians as the main technician for performing diagnostic imaging procedures including digital radiography, fluoroscopy, computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, contrast studies, and image quality assurance. The ideal candidate demonstrates technical competency, attention to detail, radiation safety awareness, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to teaching veterinary students while delivering exceptional patient care. Technicians are placed into Level I, II, or III roles based on demonstrated clinical competency, imaging proficiency, experience, leadership, and teaching ability. Advancement reflects increased autonomy, mastery of advanced imaging modalities, student instruction responsibilities, and contributions to imaging service operations.

Requirements

Proficiency in veterinary diagnostic imaging procedures, patient handling, and anesthesia support.
Strong understanding of radiation safety, CT and MRI safety, and imaging quality standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients, students, faculty, and colleagues.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced teaching hospital environment.
Commitment to providing exceptional patient care, client service, and student education.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, as operational needs require.
Commitment to continuing education and professional development in veterinary diagnostic imaging.
High school diploma or GED required.
Radiology Technicians from human industry may apply.
1-2 years of clinical radiology experience in general practice or a small animal emergency/specialty setting, or a human medical center (for Level I).
Minimum 2-4 years of progressive clinical radiology experience to include CT or ultrasound in the veterinary or human industry (for Level II).
5+ years of progressive clinical radiology experience in veterinary medicine (for Level III).
Independent experience performing fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, and ultrasound (for Level III).
Understand the scope of general practice veterinary services and common small animal anatomy and common conditions.
Be reasonably familiar with breeds and coat colors.
Follow OSHA standards.
Be able to find Material Safety Data Sheets quickly.
Know and use standard medical and business abbreviations.
Use proper medical terminology and spelling when speaking and writing.
Be familiar with infectious diseases, including their prevention and steps to reduce or eliminate transmission.
Know the most common zoonotic diseases (infections from animals to humans).
Ability to learn veterinary practice information management software.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Must be able to stand for long periods and lift animals or equipment up to 40 pounds without assistance.
Assist in lifting or moving heavier animals with team support.
No inhibiting allergies to animals, hay, or dust.

Nice To Haves

CVT preferred (for Level I).
CVT or VTS preferred (for Level II).
CVT or VTS strongly preferred (for Level III).

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians, radiologists, and veterinary students with diagnostic imaging procedures.
Perform and support digital radiography, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and contrast imaging studies as appropriate to competency level.
Prepare, position, monitor, and recover patients undergoing imaging procedures.
Ensure compliance with radiation safety, MRI safety, and hospital safety protocols.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot imaging equipment and associated software.
Maintain accurate medical records, imaging studies, and patient documentation.
Teach and mentor veterinary students in imaging procedures, patient handling, and safety practices.
Maintain imaging supplies, equipment, and work areas.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to submit requests for radiologist review.
Participate in continuing education, quality assurance, and departmental initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Performs routine radiographic procedures with minimal supervision.
Assists with patient preparation, positioning, and image acquisition.
Demonstrates foundational knowledge of radiation safety and imaging principles.
Assists with fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and contrast procedures.
Supports anesthesia monitoring and patient recovery during imaging procedures.
Develops teaching skills while assisting veterinary students.
Performs routine and orthopedic radiographic procedures and image quality assessment without supervision.
Performs advanced imaging procedures including fluoroscopy, CT, and contrast studies.
Independently monitors anesthesia for routine imaging cases.
Recognizes imaging artifacts, positioning errors, and patient complications.
Provides instruction and guidance to veterinary students and Level I technicians.
Contributes to workflow efficiency and operational improvements.
Independently performs and supports advanced imaging procedures including fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and contrast studies.
Serves as a clinical resource for imaging procedures, patient care, and safety protocols.
Provides advanced imaging instruction and mentorship to students and technical staff.
Assists with onboarding, training, and competency validation of imaging personnel.
Participates in protocol development, quality assurance, and process improvement initiatives.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
life insurance
short/long term disability
pet insurance
flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account
competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days
403(b) retirement plan
tuition reimbursement
child care subsidy reimbursement program
identity theft protection
employee assistance program
wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility