Veterinary Assistant, Radiology
$19 - $20/hr. | +$3/hr. Weekend Differentials | Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists| Houston, TX
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in the world of veterinary care? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? If you’re a highly organized, compassionate, and energetic individual with exceptional collaboration skills, we want you to join our team at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) as a Diagnostic Imaging Veterinary Assistant.
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is a leader in specialized care for companion animals, known for excellence and collaboration with the veterinary community. Our state-of-the-art facility and expert team provide top-tier care across a range of specialties, including emergency, cardiology, oncology, neurology, surgery, and more. Join us and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day.
Compensation:
$19 - $20/hr., based on experience
$3/hr. Weekend differential
Full-Time Benefits Include:
401(k) with matching
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life and Disability insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
Employee Assistance Program and Discounts (including Pet Discount)
Professional development and tuition assistance
Uniform stipend
Retirement plan
Schedule:
Full-Time 4x10 hour shifts
Rotating Weekends
Job Description:
The Radiology Veterinary Assistant is under the direct guidance and supervision of the Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor, the radiologists, and the Hospital Administrator. Occupants of this position are required to help improve the quality of the care given to the patients of Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists. This position requires timely management of major responsibilities and flexibility to assist as able within the DI department.
Responsibilities:
Assisting DI staff, radiologists, and sonographers with patients for imaging studies
Assisting in patient’s imaging drop-off appointments
Transport of patients requiring imaging studies from the requesting department to the imaging and back
Assisting in restraining and positioning patients for ultrasound
Obtain vitals during ultrasound scans (HR, RR, BP and Temp)
Calculate and prepare sedation drugs for patients based on prescribed dosages, ensuring accuracy and safety.
Monitor patient care during the sedation process, ensuring all patients receive excellent, high-quality care.
Ensure proper vital sign monitoring (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, etc.) throughout the sedation process.
Assess and interpret the effects of sedation drugs on patients, ensuring they are within normal ranges. Have a basic understanding of small animal anatomy
Have a basic understanding of small animal radiography positioning, radiation safety and basic understanding of exposure settings
Can perform IV injections, IM injections and IV catheter placement
Obtaining quality, diagnostic radiographs
Data entry including, but not limited to: Imaging requests, invoicing imaging charges, uploading imaging reports into medical record system, sending/uploading imaging to referring clinics, etc.
Proper use of the diagnostic imaging equipment including, but not limited to: Start up and shut down of equipment and computers, entering patient information into equipment, safe use and maintenance of equipment
Understanding & complying with proper protective equipment (PPE) and Dosimetry
Stocking and cleaning in all department common areas
Assisting with laundry, washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, etc
Disinfecting all equipment after each patient
Walk, feed, and assist with treatments for any hospitalized patients as needed
Assisting in GCV Telemed clinics with their imaging consults submission
Assisting in other departments of GCVS as needed
Participating in rotational schedules—working some Saturdays and/or Sundays as needed by Diagnostic Imaging
Ability to learn and work with PACs, Outlook, practice management…