Veterinary Cardiac Diagnostic Imaging Sonographer Northern California & San Francisco Bay Area
Job Description
Cardiac Vet is seeking a skilled and motivated RVT to train and become a Veterinary Cardiac Diagnostic Imaging Sonographer in our growing team in the California Bay Area.
This position will begin part-time (15–35 hours per week) with strong potential to transition into a full-time role within 12–18 months as our regional services expand.
Position Overview
The selected candidate will travel to veterinary hospitals throughout Northern California Bay Area and surrounding regions to acquire high-quality echocardiogram images for formal cardiac interpretation and reporting.
Advanced training in echocardiographic technique will be provided, along with the training materials necessary to learn and master this specialized imaging protocol.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RVT who enjoys autonomy, high-level imaging work, and being part of a specialized cardiology-focused team.
Qualifications
- Must be an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the State of California
- Comfortable working independently in hospital settings
- Physically able to carry and move 20lbs echo equipment
- Professional, highly dependable, and detail-oriented
- Must reside in the California Bay Area
- Significant time behind the wheel – willing to travel via automobile up to two (2) hours each way within the surrounding region
- Willing to travel via air as needed in California and to other states
- Reliable automobile transportation required
- Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and clean driving history required
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunity for professional growth in advanced cardiac imaging
- Clear pathway to full-time employment within 12–18 months
- If you are passionate about veterinary cardiology and want to grow with a forward-thinking mobile imaging team, we would love to hear from you.
For Pet Owners
Dr. Saelinger is not available for phone or email consultation with pet owners due to veterinary client patient relationship (VCPR) laws.
If you are a pet owner, please contact your primary care veterinarian to have them schedule a cardiac evaluation in their hospital with the Cardiac Vet team. We are a referral-only based service and only schedule through your primary care veterinarian.
Please direct medical questions regarding your pet that has had diagnostic studies performed and/or interpreted by the Cardiac Vet team, to your primary veterinarian. The Cardiac Vet team consults with veterinarians only.
You can make an in-person evaluation with your pet with Dr. Saelinger, by contacting VCA ASEC in Los Angeles or SFAMC in San Francisco.
PLEASE DO NOT call the teleconsulting/referring veterinarian phone number for in person visits with Dr. Saelinger or questions. She cannot be reached by pet owners in this manner.
Visit our Frequently Asked Questions for commonly asked questions.
For Appointments
- Dr. Carley sees appointments only at the Animal Specialty and Emergency Center (ASEC) In Los Angeles, CA.
- Please call ASEC at 310-473-5906, option #2 to make an appointment
- Dr. Carley is normally scheduled to see appointments beginning at 9:00 am Monday – Wednesday.
PLEASE DO NOT call the telemedicine phone number (323-393-0616) for in person appointments with Dr. Carley – she cannot be reached in this manner for appointments.
Primary appointments, appointments by referral, and second opinions are seen Monday – Saturday by the ASEC Cardiology Service. Breed-related certifications for congenital heart disease are also available.
After hours, a veterinarian is on duty to accept, triage and manage emergency cases that present to the ASEC. Emergencies are seen 24 hours a day. Dr. Carley is always available for ER phone consultation through ASEC about new and existing patients/clients.