Certified Veterinary Technician, Radiology

Ethos Veterinary Health; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual CE Allowance

Uniform Allowance + VetBloom access

401(k) with employer match

PTO + Sick Time

Pet Insurance Discount

Professional Development Assistance

Job summary

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join the Radiology team in Portsmouth, NH. You will work with a board-certified veterinary radiologist on digital radiography, ultrasound, CT, and fluoroscopy within a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital.

Applicants should be licensed in New Hampshire with at least 2 years of veterinary technician experience and strong nursing skills.

Qualifications

• Current CVT license in New Hampshire is required.
• Minimum 2 years of Veterinary Technician experience.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate diagnostic imaging procedures with radiologist.
• Prepare patients for imaging, including positioning, restraint, sedation, and anesthesia support.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs and assist ultrasound/CT/fluoroscopy procedures.
• Support CT and fluoroscopy with patient prep, monitoring, and recovery.
• Document patient information, procedures, and treatments accurately.
• Coordinate imaging schedules with radiology and ER services.

Skills

Radiology

CVT license

Ultrasound

CT

Fluoroscopy

Sedation support

Teamwork

Education

CVT license NH

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound equipment

CT equipment

Fluoroscopy equipment

Job description

Certified Veterinary Technician, Radiology | $22-$32/hour
Location: Portsmouth, NH
Schedule: Full-Time | Four 10-hour shifts with a rotating schedule that includes Saturdays
Compensation: $22-$32/hour

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our Radiology team in Portsmouth, NH. Work directly with a board-certified veterinary radiologist while building advanced skills in digital radiography, ultrasound, CT, and fluoroscopy within a collaborative 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital.

Students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program are encouraged to apply!

Compensation

• $22-$32/hour, based on experience and skills

Full-Time Benefits

• Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed
• Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement (does not come out of your CE allowance!)
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO + Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Four 10-hour shifts
• Rotating schedule that includes Saturdays

Responsibilities

• Partner with the board-certified veterinary radiologist to facilitate diagnostic imaging procedures
• Prepare patients for imaging studies, including positioning, restraint, sedation, and anesthesia support as needed
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs in accordance with hospital and radiation safety standards
• Assist with abdominal, thoracic, musculoskeletal, and specialty ultrasound procedures
• Assist with CT procedures, including patient preparation, contrast administration, monitoring, and recovery
• Support fluoroscopic procedures through patient preparation, equipment setup, monitoring, positioning, and post-procedure patient care
• Provide exceptional Veterinary Technician nursing care before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures
• Coordinate imaging schedules and workflow with specialty and Emergency/ER services
• Maintain imaging equipment and support compliance with quality assurance and radiation safety protocols
• Accurately document patient information, procedures, and treatments in the medical record
• Communicate effectively with clinicians regarding patient readiness, workflow, and imaging needs
• Continue developing advanced Vet Tech skills through structured onboarding, mentorship, and diagnostic imaging training with the radiology team

Qualifications

• Current Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) license in New Hampshire required
• Minimum 2 years of Veterinary Technician experience
• Strong foundational technical nursing skills, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, patient handling and restraint, medication administration, phlebotomy, sample collection, anesthesia, and sedation support
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced specialty and emergency animal hospital environment
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
• Willingness to participate in hospital-provided diagnostic imaging training and competency development programs
• Experience supporting digital radiography, ultrasound, CT, and/or fluoroscopy procedures preferred
• Knowledge of radiation safety practices and imaging protocols preferred
• Experience monitoring sedated or anesthetized patients during diagnostic procedures preferred
• Specialty or referral hospital experience preferred
• RECOVER BLS and/or ALS certification preferred
• Fear Free Certification preferred
• Working knowledge of medical imaging equipment and image acquisition techniques preferred
• VTS candidates and Veterinary Technicians interested in advanced diagnostic imaging are encouraged to apply
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital

• At Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, we’re more than a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital—we’re a collaborative team committed to exceptional patient care, outstanding client service, and continued professional growth.

Our state-of-the-art hospital in Portsmouth is equipped with advanced technology including:

• Digital radiology
• CT
• Ultrasound
• Fluoroscopy
• Linear accelerator
• Advanced specialty and emergency care services
  Our specialty teams work closely together to deliver seamless, personalized care while creating an environment where technicians are respected, supported, and empowered to contribute.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your clinical skills, pursue specialty interests, or grow into new opportunities, Port City is a place where your development is prioritized and your career can continue to evolve.

Surrounding Areas

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and serves pets and families throughout the Seacoast region and beyond, including:

• Dover, NH & Exeter, NH
• Hampton, NH & Rochester, NH
• York, ME & Kittery, ME
• Kennebunk, ME & Portland, ME
• Manchester, NH & Southern Maine and Northern Massachusetts communities

Employee Referral Bonus

Know Someone Amazing?

If this role isn’t the right fit but you know a great CVT, send them our way!

Email [e-mail] — you could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they’re hired.

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you’re relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.