Veterinary Technician Imaging and Radiology
Ethos Veterinary Health·San Diego, California
Ethos Veterinary Health·San Diego, California
The role involves partnering with veterinarians to perform patient assessments, diagnostics, and anesthetic monitoring. Responsibilities include producing high-quality diagnostic images and managing radiology schedules for inpatients and outpatients.
Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a full-time Veterinary Assistant to join our Radiology and Imaging team.
About Veterinary Specialty Hospital: At VSH our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond.
We strive to bring together caring, warm and intelligent people who love to serve and help and are among the best in their field.
Our compensation for this role depends on skillset, experience and licensure.
Veterinary Assistant: $23 - $35 Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT): $28.00 - $40.00 Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS): $35.00 - $48.00 About the Job: As a technician in the radiology and imaging departments you will be responsible for: Partnering with DVM's in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures Perform anesthetic monitoring including intubation/extubation of patients, monitoring vitals, and troubleshooting of machines Obtain and prepare various blood samples for diagnostic testing Accurately take and process multiple types of radiographs Oversee outpatient and inpatient radiology and imaging schedules, coordinate with other departments, staff and radiologists Assist Advanced Imaging Technicians with high quality MRI/CT studies Produce high quality diagnostic images in a timely manner Trouble-shooting the machines and associated equipment Will need to have good knowledge of anatomy Possess effective communication with clients, radiologists, and specialists Will participate in the on-call rotation and will help patient care when the imaging department has down time Practicing proper radiation safety
Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician or Assistant, or a degree in Veterinary Technology. Proficiency in anesthetic monitoring and radiographic techniques is required, with RVT or VTS certification preferred.
Market context
In California, Veterinary Technician Imaging and Radiology roles are often competitive because clinics need candidates who can support radiographic workflows, anesthetic monitoring, and patient handling while meeting state-level credential expectations. Employers commonly look for at least 3 years of technician or assistant experience or a Veterinary Technology degree, with RVT or VTS certification preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your radiology and anesthesia experience in your application.
