Veterinary Sonographer - St. Louis, MO

VEG ER for Pets; Brentwood (MO); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health and wellness benefits

Paid parental leave

Travel stipend

Employee referral program

Job summary

VEG ER for Pets is looking for a Sonographer in Brentwood, Missouri to provide essential ultrasound support for all VEG hospitals. You'll work closely with emergency doctors to perform same-day scans and facilitate training opportunities both on-site and regionally. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and a passion for mentorship within the veterinary field.

This role offers competitive pay of $30–$50 per hour and a variety of health benefits from day one, including flexible work schedules and a robust commitment to training and development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary ultrasound experience.
• Previous training experience and the patience to teach others.
• Desire to travel to regional hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound studies for pets.
• Ensure training aligns with VEG culture.
• Coordinate with medical directors for training needs.

Skills

Veterinary ultrasound experience

Training experience

Communication skills

Mentoring abilities

Adaptability

Education

Credential as Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT/LVMT) or corresponding experience

Job description

About VEG

In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This meant challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we’ve expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, creating a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies!

The Job

As a Sonographer, your focus is on ultrasound support for VEG hospitals and training facilities. This means working closely with our emergency doctors to provide same-day ultrasound scans for pets when they need it most. Rapidly adapting to new scenarios and learning new techniques is part of your day-to-day. You’ll also coordinate education opportunities, overall ultrasound training, and motivate fellow VEGgies to grow their ultrasound skills, and be ready to pitch in at the hospital whenever and wherever needed.

What You’ll Do

• Perform ultrasound studies and facilitate ultrasound training at your home hospital and regional hospitals
• Maintain good relationships with and accept feedback from teleconsultation radiologists reading your studies (e.g., Antech, SonoPath, IDEXX, VetsChoice)
• Ensure all training content and activities align with VEG culture, mission, and vision, and represent accurate, up-to-date sonographic techniques
• Track doctor and nursing team skills with a VEG Ultrasound Certificate checklist
• Engage in self-reflection and program evaluation practices to modify and enhance VEG’s ultrasound training programs
• Regularly meet with the medical directors, nursing trainer, and director of radiology education to discuss program development, training objectives, and additional needs
• Regularly meet with the hospital manager and medical director to discuss implementation of new training protocols, training schedules, hospital training needs, and team concerns
• Coordinate weekly schedule to work on the floor shifts with the hospital manager and medical director and devote time to training responsibilities
• May assist in developing ultrasound curriculum material, such as PowerPoints, videos, simulations, and assessments to be implemented across the doctor and nursing team training programs
• May provide educational demonstrations for doctors and nurses at other VEGs, including ultrasound topics such as abdominal, thoracic, cardiac, cervical, and musculoskeletal studies

What You Need

• Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT/LVMT), diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS), and/or equivalent experience (e.g., sonographer course certificates)
• 3+ years veterinary ultrasound experience
• Previous training experience and the patience to teach and develop doctors, nurses, and fellow sonographers
• Comfortable mentoring others and giving/receiving feedback from colleagues
• Adaptability to changing environments
• Excellent communicator with peers, customers, and VEGgies
• Embrace the VEG Way and be excited to share your perspective and experience
• Eagerness to grow as a sonographer through training and continuing education
• Desire to travel to regional hospitals and off-site training facilities (e.g., Fort Collins, CO; Las Vegas, NV; White Plains, NY)

Who You Are

• Empathetic, instinctively taking a people-centric approach, supporting colleagues and understanding different perspectives
• Have a sense of humility; acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team's accomplishments
• Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long-term, impactful results
• Curious by nature; you ask insightful questions and continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge

How We Invest in You

• Competitive compensation, including base and 401(k) match (Pay Range: $30–$50 per hour)
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling
• Based on your role, you may be eligible for equity after one year of full-time, active employment with VEG
• A BIG focus on learning and growth, from VEG-created clinical and leadership programs to unlimited ER CE + travel stipend. Full-time credentialed VEGgies receive a $2,500/year travel stipend. Full-time uncredentialed VEGgies receive a $1,000/year travel stipend
• Clinical student loan repayment so you don’t need to worry about your student debt
• Paid parental leave, up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary, and inclusive fertility and family-building care for all types of families
• Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work
• Generous employee referral program, so our awesome people can bring in more awesome people
• And the little (big) things, like comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge for when you’re hungry

DEI

At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it's a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. Our mission is "Helping people and their pets when they need it most." We create an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve—where different perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. We provide equitable opportunities for growth, promote inclusive decision-making, and ensure that everyone’s perspective is considered. By building a culture where your unique experiences and background contribute to a shared vision, we aim to be the world’s veterinary emergency company.