Equine Imaging Technician

Fairfield Equine seeks an experienced technician to join our Imaging Department Team headquartered in Newtown, Connecticut. The ideal candidate is a licensed veterinary technician with prior imaging (radiology, nuclear medicine, MRI) experience. Fairfield Equine is a multiple-veterinarian equine sports medicine practice offering services including lameness, surgery, MRI, nuclear scintigraphy, PET, 24-hour emergencies, ambulatory, wellness, and diagnostic imaging. Qualifications Performing various technical procedures including venipuncture, IV injections, drug administration (IV, IM, Oral, Subcutaneous), patient positioning for procedures, digital image capturing, and various other routine diagnostic testing. Managing billing for individual patients receiving diagnostic services. Providing excellent patient care by applying knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration. Handling all medical/biological and infectious waste appropriately. Following all NRC Radiation Safety, OSHA, and Environmental Health and Safety standards. Keeping all imaging equipment in clean and working order and all necessary and appropriate stocked supplies available for procedures. Other Required Qualifications Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), or the Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician (LVMT) preferred. Previous equine veterinary technician experience. Knowledge of Diagnostic Imaging positioning and equipment. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to provide high quality customer service. Ability to work beyond scheduled work hours when needed. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and be an active participant in problem solving and team advancement. Ability to work effectively with computers and electronics. Ability to work independently and practice good judgment to ensure high quality care for all patients and request assistance when needed. What Do You Get? As a full‑time employee we are pleased to offer, after successful completion of the 90‑day Introductory Period the eligibility to participate in FEA's employee benefit plans, which includes, but are not necessarily limited to health insurance, 401(k) plans, and PTO. Ancillary benefits are available including but not limited to dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance. Background check, motor vehicle records history and drug testing required. Ready to be part of the team that strives towards the goal of superior equine imaging? Job Type: Full‑time 401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Hourly Compensation is DOE: $24.00‑$26.00 with hourly increase, once certified. NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. NVA 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr