Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Clinical Coordinator , GCVS

Ethos Veterinary Health•Houston, TX

23d•$22

About The Position

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is a leader in specialized care for companion animals, known for excellence and collaboration with the veterinary community. Our state-of-the-art facility and expert team provide top-tier care across a range of specialties, including emergency, cardiology, oncology, neurology, surgery, and more. Join us and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day. We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Clinical Coordinator with a proven track record of success to lead and manage our fast-paced, dynamic Diagnostic Imaging department. This senior clinical role is responsible for oversight of sedation, patient monitoring, and coordination of imaging workflows, ensuring the team operates efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will excel at managing the diagnostic team’s schedule, optimizing departmental processes, and supporting seamless collaboration across all imaging services. Position Overview: The Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Clinical Coordinator is a licensed veterinary technician who plays a key clinical role within the Diagnostic Imaging department, with a primary focus on ultrasound services. This position is responsible for sedation oversight, anesthesia monitoring, and real-time coordination of imaging workflow, ensuring patients are safely prepared and procedures run efficiently throughout the day. This role is ideal for an experienced technician with strong sedation and patient monitoring skills who enjoys balancing hands-on patient care with clinical coordination and delegation in a fast-paced specialty environment.

Requirements

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) required
Minimum 2 years of experience in an emergency or specialty veterinary hospital
Strong sedation and anesthesia monitoring experience required
Excellent communication, organization, and decision-making skills
Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and focused in a high-acuity environment
Passion for patient care, teamwork, and high medical standards
Fluent English (speaking and reading) required, bilingual skills a plus

Nice To Haves

Diagnostic Imaging experience preferred
Bilingual skills a plus

Responsibilities

Calculate, prepare, and administer sedation medications accurately
Continuously monitor and document patient vitals (HR, BP, RR, SpO₂)
Assess patient response to sedation and escalate concerns appropriately
Provide guidance and support to Diagnostic Imaging team members during sedation and monitoring
Support radiologists and sonographers during ultrasound and radiographic procedures
Safely restrain, position, and transport patients
Obtain diagnostic radiographs while maintaining quality and safety standards
Place IV catheters; perform IM/IV injections; assist with emergency intubation when needed
Prepare equipment for additional procedures (FNA, anesthesia support, SUB flushes, etc.)
Manage and coordinate the daily ultrasound sedation schedule, adjusting as cases evolve
Communicate with doctors and other departments to ensure sedation documentation and protocols are in place
Anticipate delays, troubleshoot scheduling conflicts, and maintain efficient patient flow
Delegate sedation and monitoring tasks as appropriate to Diagnostic Imaging team members
Manage imaging requests, PACS, reports, and billing
Maintain clean, organized workspaces and imaging equipment in accordance with hospital protocols
Foster a collaborative, supportive team environment focused on patient safety and efficiency