What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Technician - Imaging position at VCA Animal Hospitals?
VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician for our Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology) Team!
Diagnostic Imaging Service: Our Diagnostic Imaging Team works with all services to provide the most advanced care possible for every patient utilizing the newest diagnostic equipment and therapeutic techniques.We offer a number of diagnostic imaging services, including radiographs (x-rays), ultrasound, CT scans and MRI.
Our Team is comprised of Board-Certified Radiologist, Registered Technicians, MRI/CT Technologist, and Veterinary Assistants.
Skills that our Imaging Technicians utilize, but are not limited to:
Diagnostic Imaging: Operate diagnostic imaging equipment and assist in capturing radiographs and other diagnostic images.
Venipuncture and IVC Placement: Proficiently perform venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement.
Client Education: Provide clear and concise discharge instructions to clients, ensuring they understand the care their furry family member requires after leaving the hospital.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records, including patient history, treatment details, and client communication. Assist with the completion of cost estimates.
Anesthesia and Sedation Monitoring: Prepare patients for procedures and monitor anesthesia to ensure patient safety and patient recovery.
Laboratory Procedures: Run diagnostics (i.e: CBC, Chem Panel, NOVA, iSTAT, UA), correlate results with the clinical presentation of the patient and notify Veterinarian of results.
Team Collaboration: Work in conjunction with all technical staff across the hospital to ensure hospitalized patients receive optimal care. Maintain open communication with the healthcare team.
Requirements:
- Licensed Veterinary Technician- CVT, LVT, RVT, VTS
- 2 years of Anesthesia experience
- Interested in learning CT, ultrasound, or MRI
Compensation: Starting range is determined by license, skill set, and years of experience in the field.
Schedule: Full-time, 4 x 10hr shifts including every other weekend.
Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team for full-time associates!
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation (2 weeks in 1st year for RVT), sick time, and holiday pay
- Free mental health sessions (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family
- Health saving account, and Flexible spending account
- Generous pet care discounts plus discounts on Mars, Royal Canin, Hills, and more
- Life, long, and short-term disability insurance (company paid)
- Paid parental leave for new parents
- 401(k) (company match)
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at VCA, Mars, and other divisions of Mars
- Dedicated onboarding and development support
- Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups
- Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU
- Tuition support and sponsorships
Apply Today! If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for veterinary medicine, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Location: 7712 Crosspoint Commons, Fishers, IN 46038
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com