Ethos Veterinary Health
Diagnostic Imaging Veterinary Assistant
Radiology - Houston, TX - Full Time
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists is the premier destination for comprehensive specialized care for companion animals. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we collaborate with the veterinary community to ensure the highest standards of care. Our state-of-the-art facility boasts cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, complemented by a team of passionate veterinary specialists and dedicated staff.
At GCVS, we specialize in a wide range of veterinary services, including emergency and critical care, anesthesia and pain management, avian and exotics, cardiology, dermatology and allergy, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, sports medicine and rehabilitation, and surgery and orthopedics.
We pride ourselves on the quality of care we provide and on our commitment to our team members. We offer an outstanding benefits package, including competitive salaries based on experience. Our benefits encompass essential elements such as paid time off, comprehensive health insurance, a 401K profit-sharing program, paid holidays, a rewarding incentive program, discounted pet services and supplies, and much more.
The Diagnostic Imaging Vet 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 assist the practitioners, Client Patient Care Coordinators (CPC), Client Service Technicians (CST), and Sonographers 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisting DI Staff, Radiologists, and Sonographers with patients for imaging studies
Assisting PCTs/CSTs, Radiologists, and Intern Veterinarians with patient physical exams
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) Jessica Spires accept call, yes. We need help. OK,
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 GCVTelemed 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 software and/or other hospital management or imaging software
Using social perceptiveness to be aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Ability to modify approach as appropriate.
Knowledge of clinic procedures in support of streamlining clients’ experiences with us.
Knowledge of patient care standards in support of providing the highest level of medical case management.
Knowledge of client communication standards to provide the highest level of customer service.
Job Requirements:
Job allows employee to vary physical position or activity for comfort.
Must be able to:
Stand 60% or longer of an 8-hour workday.
Walk up to 50% of an 8-hour workday.
Sit 40% of an 8-hour workday.
Requires ability to lift up to 10 pounds continuously.
Requires employee to bend, squat, kneel and reach above shoulder level frequently. Climb and twist occasionally.
Requires repetitive use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulation
Requires all sensory skills (speech, vision, smell, touch, and hearing) corrected to near normal range.
Environment: 1. Greater than 90% of time spent indoors. 2. Temperature and humidity norms indoor. 3. Exposure to cleaning agents.
Exposure to electrical current.
Qualifications:
Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Texas with direct experience in the field of DI, not required but preferred.
High School diploma is required, Associate's degree (A. A.) is preferred; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education / experience.
Current clinical leadership experience in the discipline of direct reports.
2-3 year of veterinary experience
Adapts positively to the ever-changing healthcare environment by supporting technology and process changes.
Ability to empathize with others and demonstrate a values-based work style is required.
Must possess excellent listening and interpersonal skills and problem-solving methods.
Must be able to work varying hours as required.
Starting compensation is based on experience and ranges from $16.00 - $19.00 per hour.
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
