Veterinary Assistant, Radiology

Ethos Veterinary Health•Shoreline, WA

5d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Animal Medical Center of Seattle, WA is hiring a full- time Veterinary Assistant to join our radiology team! The Radiology Assistant supports the Radiologists and hospital by facilitating efficient patient flow for animals receiving diagnostic imaging, prepares and transports patients for imaging procedures, and restrains animals during procedures. They will also effectively communicate with Technicians, DVMs, and Clients regarding timelines and scheduling of imaging procedures for patients.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills are required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or GED.
Has at least two years of veterinary experience (neurology or other specialty experience preferred).

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a veterinary assistant with job responsibilities that required animal restraint and taking radiographs
Experience in an emergency/specialty setting

Responsibilities

Handles and restrains animals during procedures
Assists credentialed technicians with the induction of anesthesia/sedation
Prepares, shaves, and transports patients for imaging procedures
Positions animals appropriately for diagnostic imaging
Supports the radiologist in performing imaging modalities.
Sets up for and assists during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Performs in-house diagnostics such as bloodwork.
Assists in the placement of IV catheters.
Completes various documentation, record keeping, and tasks in various imaging, PIMS, and whiteboard systems.
Assists in scheduling of diagnostic imaging.
Communicates with departments on the status and timing of their patient receiving imaging.
Stocking and cleaning of common areas
Clean and care for hospital equipment
Communicate with referring rDVMs to obtain previously performed diagnostics & treatments.
Assists other departments as needed and during downtime.
Other duties as needed.