Licensed Veterinary Technician - Diagnostic Imaging

AAVMP; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare and elder?

Fertility and family planning support

FREE CE courses

Pet perks and veterinary service

Student loan support

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists seeks a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) to support diagnostic imaging, including radiography, CT, and ultrasound, in a specialty veterinary hospital in San Antonio, TX. You will collaborate with veterinarians, radiologists, and staff to ensure high-quality imaging and patient safety.

You will prepare and restrain patients, assist with sedation, monitor during procedures, manage imaging records in PACS, and adhere to radiation safety standards in a

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience as a veterinary technician, preferably in diagnostic imaging, specialty, or emergency medicine.
• Active Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials required.
• Experience with patient handling, restraint, radiographic positioning, sedation or anesthesia support, and safe imaging workflows.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic imaging procedures, including radiography, CT, and ultrasound.
• Prepare, position, and restrain patients for imaging; support sedation or anesthesia as directed.
• Monitor patients during imaging to ensure safety and comfort.
• Assist with imaging setup, equipment checks, and report equipment concerns.
• Maintain accurate imaging records and PACS labeling/storage.
• Communicate with clients and teams about estimates and follow-ups.
• Collaborate with radiologists and staff to support patient care.
• Follow radiation safety protocols and PPE use.
• Maintain a clean, safe imaging environment.

Skills

Radiography

Ultrasound

CT imaging

LVT license

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Tools

PACS

Digital imaging systems

Job description

Licensed Veterinary Technician - Diagnostic Imaging

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists

2426 Ceegee St, San Antonio, TX 78217

Full-time

About You

As a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) on the Diagnostic Imaging team, you will help support high-quality radiography, CT, and ultrasound procedures within a specialty veterinary hospital. In this role, you will partner with veterinarians, specialists, veterinary technicians, assistants, and client service teams to help prepare patients, support safe imaging workflows, maintain accurate records, and provide compassionate care throughout each visit.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostic imaging procedures, including radiography (X-ray), computed tomography (CT), and ultrasound.
• Prepare, position, and restrain patients for imaging while supporting sedation or anesthesia as directed by the clinical team.
• Monitor patients throughout imaging procedures to help ensure safety, comfort, and accurate results.
• Assist with imaging setup, equipment operation, routine quality checks, and reporting of equipment concerns or malfunctions.
• Maintain accurate imaging records, including proper labeling and storage in PACS systems.
• Communicate with clients, referring hospitals, veterinary teams, and internal departments regarding estimates, patient updates, call-backs, and follow-up needs.
• Work closely with specialists, radiologists, veterinary technicians, assistants, and client service teams to support efficient patient care.
• Follow hospital, OSHA, and radiation safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and radiation monitoring devices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe imaging environment.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience as a veterinary technician required, preferably in diagnostic imaging, specialty, or emergency medicine.
• Active Licensed Veterinary Technician credentials required
• Experience with patient handling, restraint, radiographic positioning, sedation or anesthesia support, and safe imaging workflows.
• Familiarity with CT, ultrasound, PACS, digital imaging systems, or specialty hospital workflows preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, teamwork, organization, and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and restrain animals of various sizes (up to 50+ lbs with assistance)
• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and positioning patients
• Ability to work in environments with radiation exposure (with proper protection)

Work Environment

• Specialty veterinary hospital setting
• Exposure to anesthetic gases, radiation, and animal-related hazards
• May include evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts depending on hospital needs

You’ll Grow with Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

Benefits - our care in action

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

About the Hospital

In 2024, the renowned ER hospital in San Antonio expanded into a modern facility offering veterinary specialty medicine alongside emergency care. Equipped with advanced technology such as CT, MRI, linear accelerator, ultrasound, and an in-house blood bank, the facility also features a full pharmacy. With over 25 years of experience in emergency medicine and critical care, the team fosters a friendly, collaborative work environment that reflects the hospital’s core values.

We offer 24-hour emergency and urgent care for dogs, cats, exotics, and small pocket pets in the San Antonio area. We are the 2nd ER hospital in the country to be Fear-Free certified.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people-through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives-so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler- giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.