"Veterinary Radiology Technician"

Veterinary Radiology Technician

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category: Veterinary Services

Type: Full-Time

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Department: 192001 - CVM Teaching Hospital

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
This position plays a key role in the Diagnostic Imaging Department by supporting advanced imaging services for small, large, and exotic patients across the hospital. The role provides hands-on veterinary care, technical expertise, and coordination for patients requiring specialized diagnostic procedures while contributing to a dynamic teaching environment. Team members in this role thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrate strong communication and time-management skills, and collaborate effectively with clinicians, students, and specialty services to ensure exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assess patients through record review and communication with referring services to support diagnostic and treatment planning.
• Provide direct patient care, including venipuncture, SQ/IM/IV injections, medication administration, restraint, and positioning for imaging procedures.
• Operate specialized imaging and monitoring equipment such as digital radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, pulse oximetry, and IV pumps.
• Perform drug calculations, monitor patients during imaging procedures, and follow strict protocols for managing infectious or antibiotic-resistant cases.
• Support multiple specialty areas across the hospital, ensuring smooth coordination and timely patient flow.

Departmental Coordination & Teaching Support:

• Manage daily imaging schedules, prioritizing critical cases and maintaining clear communication across services.
• Accurately document patient care and diagnostic information in hospital systems, including using and reviewing radiology-specific platforms.
• Assist with billing related to imaging procedures and maintain supplies and equipment for departmental operations.
• Help orient, teach, and coach new staff, students, interns, and residents in procedures, policies, and best practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment in alignment with hospital, OSHA, EHS, and radiation safety standards.
• Lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience/Education:
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in medical diagnostics; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licenses.

Required Qualifications:

• Veterinary Experience & Technical Skills:
  Previous experience in canine/feline veterinary settings, with proficiency in handling sick animals, hazardous materials, anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and maintaining safety standards.
• Professional Communication & Customer Service:
  Strong ability to communicate effectively, maintain professionalism in emotionally charged situations, and deliver high-quality customer service.
• Physical & Scheduling Flexibility:
  Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and willing to work beyond scheduled hours when needed.
• Teamwork & Independent Judgment:
  Effective team player who contributes to problem-solving and advancement, while also able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and seek assistance when appropriate.
• Teaching & Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in working with computers/electronics and motivated to teach and mentor 4th-year veterinary students.

Preferred Qualifications: (similar to required)

Required license or certification:

• Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state
• Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program

Position Number: 00050673

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