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About The Position

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program, or educational credentials qualifying the candidate for applicable veterinary licensure.
• Current eligibility for veterinary licensure in Texas, with appropriate licensure obtained before performing duties that require a license.
• Strong interest in diagnostic imaging, specialty veterinary medicine, and continued clinical development.
• Foundational understanding of veterinary anesthesia, sedation, patient assessment, and medical management.
• Strong communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, follow established protocols, and take accountability for patient care.
• Commitment to the 12-month internship.
• Ability to participate in scheduled Saturday coverage and other assigned clinical shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience or training in emergency medicine, specialty medicine, anesthesia, or diagnostic imaging.
• Previous exposure to MRI, CT, ultrasound, or advanced diagnostic procedures.
• Interest in pursuing additional specialty training or developing advanced diagnostic imaging skills.
• New veterinary graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, physical examinations, and pre-procedure evaluations.
• Develop, administer, and monitor sedation and anesthesia plans according to established protocols.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition to support safe recovery and discharge.
• Maintain accurate medical records, anesthesia documentation, and clinical case information.
• Follow clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in MRI, CT, ultrasound, radiography, and neuro-imaging procedures.
• Review patient histories and clinical records to confirm case readiness and imaging preparation.
• Coordinate imaging procedures, patient positioning, and case management with clinical and technical teams.
• Collaborate with radiologists and specialists on imaging studies, case reviews, and clinical decisions.
• Perform ultrasound and other diagnostic procedures as training and demonstrated competency allow.
• Communicate with referring veterinarians, clients, specialists, and internal teams.
• Coordinate patient updates, imaging findings, recommendations, and follow-up care with supervising clinicians.
• Work with clinical and operational teams to support patient flow, case prioritization, and a positive referral experience.
• Participate in radiology, neurology, and clinical rounds, book clubs, journal clubs, and case discussions.
• Build knowledge of cross-sectional imaging, neuro-imaging, imaging protocols, and interpretation principles.
• Develop diagnostic reasoning, clinical judgment, and anesthesia management through hands-on experience and specialist mentorship.
• Incorporate feedback, demonstrate progressive competency, and assume increasing clinical responsibilities.
• Contribute to clinical quality improvement and a culture of patient safety and accountability.
• Participate in scheduled Saturday coverage and other assigned clinical shifts.
• Collaborate across SVI locations and with remotely based specialists.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Employee pet care discounts
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities