Veterinary Imaging Technician Assistant

Animal-Emergency-and-Referral-Center-of-Minnesota-1; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota is seeking a Technician Assistant – Diagnostic Imaging to support radiologists, veterinarians, and technicians. You will prepare patients for imaging procedures, restrain patients safely, and help admissions and recovery, ensuring smooth imaging operations in a busy hospital environment.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, calm under pressure, and strong communicators who work well in teams and enjoy helping both patients and clients.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician assistant or in a medical setting is preferred.
• Ability to learn and operate imaging equipment and stay organized.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiographs, ultrasound, CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, and other imaging procedures.
• Safely restrain patients during imaging studies following radiation safety protocols.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and recovery.
• Monitor patient comfort and communicate concerns to the medical team.
• Coordinate daily imaging schedules for multiple specialty services.
• Prepare imaging equipment and rooms for procedures.
• Ensure diagnostic studies are labeled, archived, and available for interpretation.
• Coordinate imaging requests with other department teams.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Calm under pressure

Strong communicator

Collaborative team player

Patient care passion

Education

Veterinary Technician Assistant experience

Veterinary or human healthcare experience

Tools

Imaging equipment experience

Job description

Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota is seeking a Technician Assistant – Diagnostic Imaging to support radiologists, veterinarians, and technicians. You will prepare patients for imaging procedures, restrain patients safely, and help admissions and recovery, ensuring smooth imaging operations in a busy hospital environment.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, calm under pressure, and strong communicators who work well in teams and enjoy helping both patients and clients.