Veterinary Assistant, Radiology
About The Position
The Radiology Veterinary Assistant supports the Diagnostic Imaging department at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists under the direct guidance and supervision of the Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor, radiologists, and the Hospital Administrator. The role helps improve patient care through timely management of responsibilities and flexibility to assist throughout the department. The assistant supports imaging studies and patient drop-off appointments; transports patients to and from imaging; helps restrain and position patients for ultrasound; records vital signs; and supports sedation preparation, monitoring, and care. The role also involves obtaining diagnostic radiographs, using and maintaining diagnostic imaging equipment, handling imaging records and requests, and sending imaging materials to referring clinics. Additional duties include maintaining department cleanliness and supplies, assisting with hospitalized patients and telemedicine imaging consults, and helping other hospital departments as needed. This is a full-time position with four 10-hour shifts and rotating weekends. The Diagnostic Imaging service operates between 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. every day of the week, and employees must be able to work varying hours as required.
Requirements
- High school diploma required; alternatively, related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience is accepted.
- 1–2 years of veterinary experience.
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills.
- Excellent listening and interpersonal skills and problem-solving methods.
- Ability to adapt positively to changes in the healthcare environment, including technology and process changes.
- Ability to work varying hours as required; the Diagnostic Imaging service operates between 7:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. every day of the week.
- Basic understanding of small-animal anatomy.
- Ability to perform IV injections, IM injections, and IV catheter placement.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred.
- Licensed Veterinary Technician credential preferred.
- Fluency in multiple languages is a plus.
- Experience or ability to learn PACS, Outlook, practice management software, and hospital or imaging software.
Responsibilities
- Assist Diagnostic Imaging staff, radiologists, and sonographers with patients undergoing imaging studies.
- Assist with patient imaging drop-off appointments.
- Transport patients requiring imaging from the requesting department to imaging and back.
- Assist with restraining and positioning patients for ultrasound and obtain vital signs during scans, including heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and temperature.
- Calculate and prepare sedation medications according to prescribed dosages and monitor patients during sedation, including vital signs and effects of medication.
- Perform IV and IM injections and place IV catheters.
- Obtain diagnostic-quality radiographs and apply knowledge of radiographic positioning, radiation safety, and exposure settings.
- Enter imaging requests and charges, upload reports to medical records, and send or upload imaging to referring clinics.
- Operate diagnostic imaging equipment, including starting up and shutting down equipment and computers, entering patient information, and maintaining equipment safely.
- Use required personal protective equipment and dosimetry appropriately.
- Stock and clean department common areas; assist with laundry, dishwashing, sweeping, and mopping; and disinfect equipment after each patient.
- Walk, feed, and assist with treatments for hospitalized patients as needed.
- Assist GCV Telemed clinics with submitting imaging consults.
- Assist other GCVS departments as needed.
- Participate in a rotating schedule that includes some Saturdays and/or Sundays as required by Diagnostic Imaging.
- Learn and use PACS, Outlook, practice management software, and other hospital or imaging software.
- Apply social perceptiveness to understand others’ reactions and adapt approach appropriately.
- Follow clinic procedures, patient care standards, and client communication standards.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts, including pet discount
- Professional development and tuition assistance
- Uniform stipend
- Retirement plan
- Ongoing continued education opportunities, including vendor-hosted lunch-and-learns
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
