Veterinary Sonographer - Folsom, CA

ABOUT VEG In 2014, VEG was born with a mission to help people and their pets when they need it most. This means challenging the status quo and fixing everything that was wrong with the ER experience. Since then, we've expanded rapidly, with hospitals nationwide open 24/7, 365 days a year, and created a better emergency experience—not only for people and their pets, but also for everyone who works here—our VEGgies! At VEG we find a way to say yes to the career you want in veterinary emergency medicine. This means transforming how ER works, from our open‑concept hospitals, where you can handle emergency cases of every kind (even exotics!) to our immersive, customer‑focused experience, which helps us give people and their pets the care they deserve. We are a 2025 and 2026 certified Great Place to Work®. THE JOB As a Sonographer, your focus is on ultrasound support for VEG hospitals and training facilities. You will work closely with emergency doctors to provide same‑day ultrasound scans for pets when they need it most, handle a variety of patient types and scans, coordinate education opportunities, and support overall ultrasound training for home and regional hospitals. WHAT YOU'LL DO Perform ultrasound studies and facilitate ultrasound training at your home hospital and regional hospitals. Maintain good relationships with and accept feedback from teleconsultation radiologists reading your studies. Ensure all training content and activities are aligned with VEG culture, mission, and vision, and represent accurate, up‑to‑date sonographic techniques. Track doctor and nursing team skills with a VEG Ultrasound Certificate checklist. Engage in self‑reflection and program evaluation practices to modify and enhance VEG's ultrasound training programs. Meet regularly with the medical directors, nursing trainer, and director of radiology education to discuss program development, training objectives, and additional needs. Meet regularly with the hospital manager and medical director to discuss implementation of new training protocols, training schedules, hospital training needs, and team concerns. Coordinate weekly schedule to work on the floor shifts with the hospital manager and medical director and devote time to training responsibilities. Develop ultrasound curriculum material, such as PowerPoints, videos, simulations, and assessments, to be implemented across the doctor and nursing team training programs. Provide educational demonstrations for doctors and nurses at other VEGs, covering ultrasound topics such as abdominal, thoracic, cardiac, cervical, and musculoskeletal studies. WHAT YOU NEED Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT/LVMT), diagnostic medical sonographer (RDMS), and/or equivalent experience. 3+ years veterinary ultrasound experience. Previous training experience and the patience to teach and develop doctors, nurses, and fellow sonographers. Comfortable mentoring others and giving/receiving feedback from colleagues. Adaptability to changing environments. Excellent communicator with peers, customers, and VEGgies. Embrace the VEG Way and be excited to share your perspective and experience. Eagerness to grow as a sonographer through training and continuing education. Desire to travel to regional hospitals and off‑site training facilities. WHO YOU ARE Empathetic, instinctively taking a people‑centric approach. Have a sense of humility, acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit with others, and lifting up your team's accomplishments. Feel a strong sense of ownership over your work, taking responsibility for outcomes and staying committed to achieving long‑term, impactful results. Curious by nature and continuously seeking opportunities to learn and grow your skills and knowledge. HOW WE INVEST IN YOU Competitive compensation, including base and 401(k) match. (Pay Range: $30 – $50 per hour). Comprehensive health and wellness benefits that start on day one. Potential equity after one year of full‑time, active employment. Learning and growth focus: unlimited ER CE + travel stipend ($2,500/year for credentialed VEGgies, $1,000/year for uncredentialed). Clinical student loan repayment. Paid parental leave, up to 10 weeks at 100% of regular salary, and inclusive fertility and family‑building care for all types of families. Flexible work schedules to support your life outside of work. Generous employee referral program. Additional amenities such as comfy scrubs, cool VEG swag, and food in the fridge. DEI At VEG, diversity is not just a word—it's a strength that fuels innovation and kindness. Our mission is "Helping people and their pets when they need it most." We are devoted to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where different perspectives are welcomed and celebrated. We provide equitable opportunities for growth, promote inclusive decision‑making, and ensure that everyone's perspective is considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr VEG ER for Pets