Radiology Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Nurse I

Working/Functional Title Radiology Veterinary Technician Position Summary This position focuses on sedation, monitoring, and imaging of both small and large animal patients undergoing various diagnostic procedures, including radiography, ultrasound, CT, bone scan, and fluoroscopy. The successful candidate will work efficiently and collaboratively with radiographers and fellow LVTs to facilitate imaging exams. Responsibilities include drawing up and administering veterinarian-prescribed medications, patient monitoring during imaging, performing imaging procedures, assisting with proper patient positioning (often alongside veterinary students), and managing recovery and reversal. There will be ongoing opportunities for training in and exposure to advanced imaging modalities such as CT, bone scan, and fluoroscopy. This posting will fill 2 vacancies.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with veterinary anesthesia Experience working with students in a teaching environment Experience with radiation-emitting equipment Ultrasound experience Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset Demonstrated enthusiasm for patient care and learning Michigan state veterinary technician licensure (or eligibility to obtain within 6-12 months of hire) Minimum Requirements Knowledge normally acquired in the first two or three years in college, technical or vocational school in Veterinary Technology; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in extensive patient care, surgery, anesthesia, drug-dosing, and sterilization; experience in the use of spreadsheet and word processing software, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; licensed as a Veterinary Technician with the State of Michigan or attainment of such certification within one year from date of employment. Desired Qualifications Experience with veterinary anesthesia Experience working with students in a teaching environment Experience with radiation-emitting equipment Ultrasound experience Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset Demonstrated enthusiasm for patient care and learning Michigan state veterinary technician licensure (or eligibility to obtain within 6-12 months of hire) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Cover letter Resume Three professional references Work Hours These are full-time, four 10-hour 1st Shift (8:30 AM - 7:00 PM) with rotating weekend coverage. Website

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Summary of Physical Demands Will be required to lift medical equipment and animals into cages; carry animals between cages and exam tables/gurneys; push carts containing animals and equipment to other areas of the hospital; climb stairs carrying lab samples; restrain animals. Lifting of up to 50lbs individually or 150lbs as a team. Summary of Health Risks Working with animals or unfixed tissue. May wear respirator. Possible exposure to zoonotic diseases. Bidding eligibility ends August 26, 2025 at 11:55 P.M.