Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound Technologist
Location: Monroeville, PA
Schedule: Full Time | 4 Ten Hour Shifts | Varying Start Times; typically between 7:30am & 10:00am | Rotating Weekends & Holidays | Occasional Overnights As Needed
Compensation: $30/hr, Depending On Experience and Credentials | Applicable Shift Differentials + $4/hr for hours worked between 7pm & 7am, Weekend Differentials + $2.50/hr - Differentials Do Not Stack

Why Join Avets
For more than 25 years, Avets has been a trusted leader in emergency and specialty veterinary medicine, serving pets and their families across Western Pennsylvania and the tri-state area. Our brand-new, 19,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art hospital was designed to support exceptional patient care, featuring advanced technology including a 16-slice CT, 1.5 Tesla MRI, four surgical suites, a dedicated ICU, and expanded specialty services. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of specialists, emergency clinicians, and dedicated support staff who are committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning, and compassionate care. At Avets, we invest in our people by fostering a respectful, team-focused culture where every role makes a meaningful impact. If you're looking to grow your skills while helping deliver lifesaving care in a cutting-edge environment, you'll find an exceptional career at Avets.

In Your Day-To-Day, You Will:

• Daily use of Radiologic imaging such as X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, MRI and CT.
• Performs X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, MRI, and CT scans with proper technical factors.
• In partnership with the Veterinary Technicians, assists with positioning of patients to ensure appropriate images are captured.
• Trains staff to form standard expectations with all patient imaging, and creates or reviews imaging protocols.
• Works independently or under the guidance of the clinician to modify scan techniques for optimal image quality.
• Troubleshoots image quality issues while performing X-Ray, MRI, and CT.
• Performs routine X-Ray, MRI, Fluoroscopy, and CT quality assurance and reports any concerns in a timely manner.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment and adhere to appropriate restricted access.
• In partnership with the Hospital Manager and service vendors, troubleshoots technology issues with scanners/equipment when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:  

• 1 year ultrasound experience with nontraditional and adaptive scanning preferred. 

• Veterinary experience preferred but not required.       

• Able to interact and communicate professionally between multiple departments. 

• Able to interact with clients in a manner that supports Avets mission statement. 

• Remain calm and efficient in a high stress environment. 

• Pursue continuing education opportunities, both independently and those provided by Avets. 

• Willingness to cross-train in other areas of the hospital (i.e. CT and MRI equipment) 

• Schedule will include a portion of the weekend and holiday shifts required by hospital patient load. 
   

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance -Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best. 

• FSA//HSA 

• 401(k) +company match 

• Employee assistance program 

• Employee pet benefit discount program 

• PTO and uniforms 

• Professional development assistance 

• Hands on learning as well as opportunities for credentialing 

• Onsite continuing education events as well as virtual learning platforms 

• We take extra care of our team by providing a stocked breakroom! 

Located just outside Pittsburgh in Monroeville, PA, Avets offers the perfect blend of suburban convenience and easy access to the city's vibrant dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. The area features affordable housing, highly rated schools, beautiful parks, and miles of hiking and outdoor recreation, making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly community or the amenities of a major metropolitan area, Monroeville provides the best of both worlds.
 

Surrounding Areas
Avets is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals across the Allegheny County plus portions of Westmoreland County area including:

• Monroeville
• Murrysville
• Plum
• Penn Hills
• Irwin
• North Versailles
• Forest Hills
• Oakmont
• Verona
• Wilkinsburg
• Churchill
• Pittsburgh (East End neighborhoods)
• McKeesport
• New Kensington
• Lower Burrell

About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest  
level, together. 

Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care! 

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,  
color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin,  
veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on  
qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. 
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