Job Description
Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Technician
Department: Veterinary Technicians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Dunwoody, Georgia
Now Hiring for Our New Specialty and Emergency Hospital Opening October 2026
Address:
4500 N Shallowford Rd
Dunwoody, GA 30338
Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is growing.
Following the success of our flagship specialty and emergency hospital in Marietta, Georgia, we are proud to announce the opening of our second hospital in Dunwoody, GA, scheduled to open in October 2026
We are actively building our founding Diagnostic Imaging Team and seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians, Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs), Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), and highly skilled Veterinary Assistants with backgrounds in Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Anesthesia, Internal Medicine, or Specialty Care.
Selected candidates will begin onboarding and training at our established Marietta hospital beginning July-August 2026, providing a unique opportunity to train alongside experienced specialists, radiologists, surgeons, and emergency clinicians before transitioning into our brand-new Dunwoody facility.
This is more than a job.
This is an opportunity to help build one of Georgia's premier specialty and emergency hospitals from the ground up.
We would still love to connect.
As we continue expanding our specialty services, we anticipate future opportunities supporting:
- Surgery and Anesthesia
- Cardiology
- Dermatology
- Neurology
- Oncology
- Internal Medicine
- Emergency and Critical Care (ER/ECC)
If your interests lie elsewhere in specialty medicine, we encourage you to apply and discuss your career goals with our team.
You may be an ideal fit if you:
- Have experience supporting emergency, ICU, anesthesia, surgery, or specialty medicine
- Enjoy advanced diagnostics and complex medical cases
- Take pride in technical precision and image quality
- Have strong anesthesia monitoring skills
- Enjoy working with advanced imaging technology
- Thrive in a collaborative specialty environment
- Are interested in pursuing a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) pathway
- Want to contribute directly to patient diagnosis and treatment planning
Your Impact as a Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Technician
As a Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Technician, you will play a critical role in helping specialists diagnose and manage complex medical conditions through advanced imaging and exceptional patient care.
- Prepare and position patients for:
- MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
- CT (Computed Tomography)
- Digital Radiography
- Fluoroscopy (where applicable)
- Ensure optimal image quality and diagnostic accuracy
- Maintain patient comfort and safety throughout imaging procedures
- Collaborate with radiologists and specialists to support efficient case flow
- Assist with advanced imaging protocols and specialty diagnostics
- Perform anesthesia preparation and induction
- Support intubation and patient positioning
- Monitor patients utilizing:
- ECG
- Capnography
- Pulse Oximetry
- Blood Pressure Monitoring (IBP/NIBP)
- Temperature Monitoring
- Recognize and respond to anesthetic changes in real time
- Support safe patient recovery following imaging procedures
- Follow radiation safety protocols and best practices
- Utilize proper PPE and protective equipment
- Assist with maintenance and quality assurance of imaging equipment
- Ensure compliance with hospital and regulatory safety standards
- Promote a culture of safety for patients and team members
- Partner closely with:
- Radiologists
- Surgeons
- Internal Medicine Specialists
- Neurologists
- Cardiologists
- Emergency and ICU Teams
- Support imaging needs for critical and specialty patients
- Assist in stabilization efforts when imaging is required for emergency cases
- Participate in CPR and emergency response initiatives
- Maintain accurate imaging records and documentation
- Support efficient workflow and case coordination
- Ensure imaging suites remain organized and prepared
- Deliver exceptional patient care throughout every stage of the diagnostic process
- Advocate for patient safety and diagnostic quality
What We’re Looking For
Candidates should be able to:
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the workday
- Lift, carry, and assist in restraining patients weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance available when appropriate
- Safely handle animals of varying sizes, breeds, temperaments, and medical conditions
- Perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including patient restraint, venipuncture, medication administration, and equipment operation
- Work in a fast-paced specialty veterinary hospital environment with frequent movement between treatment, exam, and specialty care areas
- Communicate effectively with clients, specialists, veterinarians, and team members
This position may involve exposure to:
- Animal dander, fur, saliva, and other animal-related allergens
- Chemotherapy agents and hazardous drug handling environments
- Cleaning products, disinfectants, and veterinary medical chemicals
- Medical odors, fragrances, and hospital-related environmental conditions
- Noise associated with veterinary patient care and hospital operations
- Minimum 2+ years of veterinary experience
- Experience within:
- Specialty Veterinary Hospitals
- Emergency Veterinary Hospitals
- ICU
- Surgery
- High-Volume General Practice
- Strong foundation in:
- Veterinary Nursing
- Patient Monitoring
- Venipuncture and IV Catheter Placement
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Client Communication
- Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
- Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
- Previous MRI experience
- Previous CT experience
- Specialty Imaging experience
- Strong understanding of radiation safety protocols
- RECOVER CPR Certification
- Advanced ECC or Anesthesia training
- Passion for diagnostic imaging and specialty medicine
- Strong technical and analytical skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Commitment to patient safety
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Excellent communication and teamwork
- Desire for continuous learning and professional development
What We Offer
Continuing Education, Credentialing, and Professional Development
At Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency, we believe exceptional medicine starts with exceptional technicians.
We are committed to investing in the long-term success of our veterinary nursing team and creating opportunities for technicians to grow clinically, professionally, and financially.
- $3,000 Annual Continuing Education Allowance
- 2 Paid Continuing Education Days
- Support for advanced certifications and specialty training
- Mentorship from board-certified specialists
- Exposure to advanced referral-level medicine and complex specialty cases
- Opportunities to pursue long-term specialty career pathways
- Career advancement opportunities within Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency and Innovetive Petcare
If becoming a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) is one of your goals, we want to help you get there.
We welcome applications from:
- Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT)
- Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT)
- Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT)
Active credentialing is highly valued as we continue building advanced specialty and emergency teams capable of delivering referral-level patient care.
Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency proudly participates in a HeadStart Program, designed to support newly credentialed veterinary technicians as they launch their careers.
Eligible technicians who:
- Graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program
- Successfully passed the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE)
- Obtained credentialing within the last three years
..may qualify for student loan repayment assistance through the HeadStart Program.
This benefit was created to help reduce the financial burden of veterinary education while supporting career growth in advanced clinical practice.
We are proud to support the ongoing success of credentialed technicians through:
- Veterinary Technician License Renewal Reimbursement
- Professional Membership Support
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Advanced Specialty Training Opportunities
- Access to Specialty Mentorship and Clinical Development Resources
We don't simply encourage professional growth—we actively invest in it.
Health and Financial Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience and skillset
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
Mental Health and Wellness
- Employee Assistance Program
- Calm Health Wellness Resources
- Mental health and wellbeing support programs
Legal and Family Support
- Rocket Lawyer Legal Benefits for you and your immediate family
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Professional Membership Support
Our mission is simple:
Deliver exceptional specialty and emergency care while creating an environment where veterinary professionals can grow, develop, and practice at the highest level.
We are committed to:
- Advanced medicine
- Clinical excellence
- Collaborative teamwork
- Continuous learning
- Technician empowerment
Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency and help launch the next generation of specialty medicine in Dunwoody, Georgia.
