Diagnostic Imaging Vet Assistant — Radiology

Ethos Veterinary Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flex. F

Life and Disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program and Pet …

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) in Houston, TX is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Veterinary Assistant to support radiology teams in a fast-paced specialty hospital.

You will assist with imaging studies, patient handling, positioning, sedation support, data entry, and equipment operation. A High School diploma is required; 1-2 years veterinary experience preferred, with fluency in English.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required; Associate's degree (A. A.) is preferred; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education / experience.
• 1-2 years of veterinary experience.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician not required but preferred.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

• Assisting DI staff, radiologists, and sonographers with patients for imaging studies
• Assisting in patient’s imaging drop-off appointments
• Transport of patients requiring imaging studies from the requesting department to the imaging and back
• Assisting in restraining and positioning patients for ultrasound
• Obtain vitals during ultrasound scans (HR, RR, BP and Temp)
• Calculate and prepare sedation drugs for patients based on prescribed dosages, ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Monitor patient care during the sedation process, ensuring all patients receive excellent, high-quality care.
• Ensure proper vital sign monitoring (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, etc.) throughout the sedation process.
• Assess and interpret the effects of sedation drugs on patients, ensuring they are within normal ranges.
• Have a basic understanding of small animal anatomy
• Have a basic understanding of small animal radiography positioning, radiation safety and basic understanding of exposure settings
• Can perform IV injections, IM injections and IV catheter placement
• Obtaining quality, diagnostic radiographs
• Data entry including, but not limited to: Imaging requests, invoicing imaging charges, uploading imaging reports into medical record system, sending/uploading imaging to referring clinics, etc.
• Proper use of the diagnostic imaging equipment including, but not limited to: Start up and shut down of equipment and computers, entering patient information into equipment, safe use and maintenance of equipment
• Understanding & complying with proper protective equipment (PPE) and Dosimetry
• Stocking and cleaning in all department common areas
• Assisting with laundry, washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, etc
• Disinfecting all equipment after each patient
• Walk, feed, and assist with treatments for any hospitalized patients as needed
• Assisting in GCV Telemed clinics with their imaging consults submission
• Assisting in other departments of GCVS as needed
• Participating in rotational schedules—working some Saturdays and/or Sundays as needed by Diagnostic Imaging
• Ability to learn and work with PACs, Outlook, practice management software and/or other hospital management or imaging software
• Using social perceptiveness to be aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Ability to modify approach as appropriate.
• Knowledge of clinic procedures in support of streamlining clients’ experiences with us.
• Knowledge of patient care standards in support of providing the highest level of medical case management.
• Knowledge of client communication standards to provide the highest level of customer service.

Skills

1-2 years veterinary experience

Fluent English

Education

High School diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) in Houston, TX is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Veterinary Assistant to support radiology teams in a fast-paced specialty hospital.

You will assist with imaging studies, patient handling, positioning, sedation support, data entry, and equipment operation. A High School diploma is required; 1-2 years veterinary experience preferred, with fluency in English.