Diagnostic Imaging Technician

Animal Clinic Downtown; Barnstable County, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Continuing education

VTS training track

Uniform allowance

Pet insurance (Trupanion)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is expanding our Diagnostic Imaging team in Buzzards Bay, MA. We seek a veterinary technician to support imaging, anesthesia, and patient care across CT, ultrasound, and MRI while collaborating with multiple specialty departments.

The role suits those with diagnostic imaging experience or a desire to grow in this area, offering mentorship, growth opportunities, and a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Current CVT, LVT, or RVT licensure or eligibility within six months.
• VTS-DI or interest in pursuing specialty certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sonographer and radiologist with advanced imaging procedures (CT, ultrasound, MRI).
• Prepare and recover patients for imaging procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and sedation.
• Gather accurate patient histories from clients.
• Document clearly in the electronic medical record.
• Support communication and patient flow between Diagnostic Imaging and other departments.
• Communicate professionally with clients and referring veterinarians.
• Process laboratory samples as needed.
• Support patient comfort and high-quality care throughout each case.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Imaging experience

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT licensed or eligible

VTS-DI or interest in certification

Job description

Diagnostic Imaging Veterinary Technician

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists | Buzzards Bay, MA

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is expanding, and we are looking for a veterinary technician to join our Diagnostic Imaging team.

This position is great for a technician who enjoys advanced medicine, anesthesia, and the technical side of patient care. You will work closely with Radiology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, ECC, Exotics, and other specialty departments to help provide clear answers for patients, clients, and referring veterinarians.

Whether you already have diagnostic imaging experience or are looking to grow in this area, this is an exciting time to join our team.

About the Role

The Diagnostic Imaging Veterinary Technician supports advanced imaging procedures, patient preparation and recovery, anesthesia and sedation monitoring, client communication, medical documentation, and department workflow.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting the sonographer and radiologist with advanced imaging procedures, including CT, ultrasound, and MRI following our current expansion
• Supporting future fluoroscopy procedures as this service is added
• Preparing and recovering patients for imaging procedures
• Monitoring anesthesia and sedation
• Gathering accurate patient histories from clients
• Documenting clearly in the electronic medical record
• Helping maintain communication and patient flow between Diagnostic Imaging and other departments
• Communicating professionally and compassionately with clients and referring veterinarians
• Processing laboratory samples as needed
• Supporting patient comfort, safety, and high-quality care throughout each case

Our Expansion

CCVS is adding 10,000 square feet of clinical space to the Buzzards Bay hospital. This expansion includes three new specialty services (Neuro, Ophtho, and Dentistry),growth within current services, additional doctors in Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Cardiology, and Radiology, and the addition of MRI and fluoroscopy.

For a technician interested in Diagnostic Imaging, this means more advanced cases, new equipment, expanded learning opportunities, and the chance to grow with a department that is continuing to develop.

Schedule and Compensation

• Pay range: $22-$32/hour
  • Compensation is based on experience, credentials, schedule, and alignment with the role
  • Most new hires can expect an offer between the minimum and midpoint of the range
• Minimum of 30 hours per week in Radiology, Monday through Saturday
  • Additional shifts may be scheduled in ECC to reach 40 hours
• Rotating holiday schedule and one weekend shift per week
• Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Benefits (not limited to):

• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Continuing education program
• VTS training track and doctor mentorship
• Uniform allowance
• Trupanion pet insurance with company-paid premiums for two pets
• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

Strongly preferred:

• Current CVT, LVT, or RVT, or ability to obtain licensure within six months
• VTS-DI or interest in pursuing specialty certification

Ideal candidates will have:

• At least one year of veterinary nursing experience
• Diagnostic imaging experience preferred
• Strong anesthesia monitoring skills
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• A calm, positive, and team-focused approach
• The ability to anticipate patient and team needs
• Comfort working in a busy specialty hospital environment
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

About Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is a growing emergency, critical care, and specialty hospital with locations in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, Massachusetts. With more than 20 specialists across multiple specialties, our team provides advanced, compassionate care to pets across Cape Cod and the Islands.

We are proud to support technician growth through hands‑on learning, continuing education, mentorship, and specialty training opportunities.

CCVS is proud to be a United Veterinary Care Partner Hospital.