• Veterinary Assistant- Radiology

    Ethos Veterinary Health (San Marcos, CA)


    Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County (VSHNC) is seeking a Radiology Assistant to join our 24/7 Emergency & Specialty Hospital in San Marcos, California. This position supports advanced diagnostic imaging services and collaborates closely with board-certified specialists, veterinarians, and nursing staff to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced specialty environment.

     

    About the Hospital

    VSHNC is a comprehensive specialty and emergency hospital offering advanced veterinary services under one roof, including:

    + Advanced Imaging (Radiology, CT, MRI, Ultrasound)

    + Emergency and Critical Care (ER, ICU, Intermediate Care)

    + Surgery

    + Internal Medicine

    + Medical Oncology

    + Neurology

    + Ophthalmology

    + Dermatology

    + In-house Pharmacy and Blood Bank

    Essential Responsibilities

    + Assist with diagnostic imaging procedures, including radiography and advanced imaging support

    + Safely handle, position, and restrain patients for imaging studies

    + Prepare imaging rooms, equipment, and patients according to hospital protocols

    + Maintain radiation safety standards and compliance

    + Communicate effectively with veterinarians, specialists, and nursing teams

    + Ensure accurate patient identification and documentation

    + Support workflow efficiency within the imaging department

    + Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant imaging environment

    Qualifications

    + Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred

    + Interest or experience in diagnostic imaging and radiology strongly preferred

    + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, specialty hospital environment

    + Strong attention to detail and patient safety

    + Excellent communication and teamwork skills

    + Ability to lift and restrain patients as required

    + Willingness to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed

     

    Compensation

     

    + Veterinary Assistant pay range: $16.30 – $26.00 per hour

    . Compensation is based on education, experience, credentialing, and shift differentials.

     

    Benefits

     

    + Flexible scheduling options (3-day, 4-day, or 5-day workweeks)

    + 75% employee pet care discount

    + VetBloom access to RACE-approved continuing education, training, and curriculum library

    + Generous annual continuing education allowance

    + Financial support for license applications, renewals, and onsite mentorship toward VTS

    + Full-time benefits available on Day 1, including:

    + Medical, dental, and vision insurance

    + Life and disability insurance

    + Flexible spending accounts

    + 401(k) with employer match

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Three weeks of accrued paid time off

    + Annual uniform allowance

     

    Professional Development

     

    + Monthly RACE-approved continuing education sessions presented by board-certified doctors, residents, and VTS-credentialed technicians

    + In-house AVA-accredited program to support advancement toward AVA certification

    + Purdue Scholarship Program supporting the pursuit of RVT credentialing

     

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