Veterinary Assistant Advanced Imaging Department

VCA Animal Hospitals

3d•$22 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists is seeking an Experienced Veterinary Assistant, or Human Imaging Technologist to join our Advanced Imaging Service! About Us VCA Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists was established in West Palm Beach in 1998 and has flourished from a single-specialty practice into a full-service, multi-disciplinary, specialty-only practice. We reside within a 32,000 sq. ft. facility, operating 24/7/365, which includes an in-house national reference laboratory, blood bank, and Education Center with a 125-seat auditorium, conference room and meeting hall used to provide continuing education programs. Our Advanced Imaging department offers on-site MRI, CT, C-Arm and Linear Accelerator (Halcyon). Check out our website: https://vcahospitals.com/palm-beach-vet-specialists About the Role Our hospital provides advanced diagnostic imaging 7 days a week. This role supports our veterinarians and assists hospital staff by managing appointments, delivering medical care—including performing diagnostic imaging studies, and assisting with procedures as directed by the veterinarian. Additional duties include helping with patient care, maintaining the facility, completing treatments, supporting other departments, and handling all other responsibilities related to animal care and the overall operation of the veterinary hospital. Compensation: $22 - $28 / hr based on experience, licensure and skill set. Schedule: (4) 10 hr shifts

Requirements

Previous experience or training/education working in a veterinary facility.
Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented.”
Excellent communications skills.
Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties that will be expected in the job.
Telephone and computer skills are necessary.
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to accept change.
High School Diploma
Dependable attendance is required.
Any allergies to animals must be controllable through medication.
Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions.
This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.
Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written directions.
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone.
Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing hospital equipment such as electric clippers, syringes, radiology equipment, laboratory equipment, computers, etc.

Nice To Haves

Ability to run MRI’s and CT scans is a plus, but will train

Responsibilities

Independently perform diagnostic imaging studies under the direction of a veterinarian.
Create new and manipulate existing imaging protocols.
Demonstrate working knowledge of PACS, computer systems, and hospital software.
Review patient medical information and prepare patient for procedures following proper screening and care protocols.
Coordinate patient flow through imaging department, assisting in duties necessary to expedite service.
Ability to run MRI’s and CT scans is a plus, but will train
Train and monitor technical associates on all aspects of imaging equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment, contacting support specialists when needed, maintaining records of equipment failure, and notifying management.
Consistently follow MRI and radiation safety procedures in accordance with safety standards, immediately reporting any hazards or accidents. Understand hospital estimates and have the ability to present them in a clear manner to clients.
Address client concerns and answer them appropriately within job duties. Ability to perform a cursory exam and collect patient vitals.
Recognize and report any potentially urgent medical issues to doctors immediately.
Must assist with advanced diagnostic imaging (CT/MRI/Digital Radiographs/Fluoroscopy) and monitor anesthesia during procedures. Proactively set up for procedures.
Post-procedure take-down, room sanitizing, and equipment sterilization and storage.
Assist with maintaining a clean environment; ensure the department is clean and stocked daily.
Must always provide exceptional patient and medical care.
Ensure that clients receive an exemplary customer service experience.
Maintain a professional and positive attitude toward clients, doctors, technicians/assistants, and all staff he or she interacts with during the entire shift.
Increase communication and efficiency.
Assist other technicians/assistants, helping the department to run more efficiently or to help advance their skill levels when needed.
Play an integral role in managing cases and workload for the advanced Imaging department.

Benefits

Access to the people and resources of a large veterinary community
Opportunities for learning, growth and advancement
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Access to free mental health care, life assistance program, resources like Headspace, etc.
Fully employer-paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
Paid vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay
Paid parental leave
Continuing Education allowance for full time credentialed veterinary technicians
Tuition support and sponsorships including Veterinary Technology AAS, BAS completion and more
Veterinary Technician license reimbursement (CVT, RVT, LVT, LVMT)
Generous hospital discounts for your pets, a variety of other discounts
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Referral bonus opportunities
Opportunities to give back through VCA Charities and community partnerships