Join Sage Veterinary Imaging and become part of a team advancing veterinary diagnostics through innovation, collaboration, and education. Our mission is simple: improve the lives of pets through advanced human-quality imaging technology. Using 3T MRI, 128-slice CT, ultrasound, radiography, echocardiography, and digital cytology, we provide referring veterinarians and pet owners with timely, high-quality diagnostic answers that support patient care. As an ACVR-accredited teaching institution, SVI is also committed to training the next generation of veterinary radiologists through internship and residency programs. From client experience and technical teams to veterinarians, radiologists, and operational leadership, every role at SVI contributes meaningfully to our mission. If you are passionate about growth, teamwork, and making an impact, we would love to connect. If you do not currently see an open role that fits your background, please email [[email protected]] to start the conversation.

Imaging Manager

Lead Advanced Diagnostic Imaging in a Collaborative Specialty Practice

Overview

At Sage Veterinary Imaging, exceptional patient care begins with exceptional imaging teams.

As the Imaging Manager, you'll lead a high-performing team responsible for delivering advanced diagnostic imaging services while collaborating with veterinarians, board-certified radiologists, and some of North America's premier cross-sectional imaging and neuroimaging specialists. You'll help ensure every patient receives safe, compassionate care while driving imaging quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

This is more than an operational leadership role—it's an opportunity to shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine. You'll mentor imaging professionals, elevate clinical standards, optimize workflows, and help build an environment where patients, referring veterinarians, and team members thrive.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Unlike general practice or emergency medicine, Sage Veterinary Imaging is dedicated exclusively to advanced diagnostic imaging. Our focused environment allows you to lead a highly specialized team while making a meaningful impact on patient care and the future of veterinary imaging.

At Sage Veterinary Imaging, you'll:

• Lead one of the region's most advanced veterinary imaging teams.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, board-certified radiologists, and some of North America's premier cross-sectional imaging and neuroimaging specialists.
• Work with advanced MRI, CT, ultrasound, radiography, digital cytology, and nuclear medicine technologies.
• Mentor and develop imaging professionals while helping shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine.
• Influence operational strategy, clinical quality, and practice growth.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means building an imaging service recognized for clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and an exceptional experience for patients, referring veterinarians, and team members.

Success includes:

• A highly engaged, well-trained, and collaborative imaging team.
• Safe, efficient, and consistent imaging operations.
• Exceptional diagnostic image quality that supports timely, accurate interpretation.
• Reliable equipment performance and operational readiness.
• Consistent adherence to imaging protocols and patient safety standards.
• Strong relationships with referring veterinarians and specialty partners.
• Continuous improvement in workflow, service, and operational performance.
• Sustainable growth in imaging volume and practice utilization.

What You'll Do

Lead Imaging Operations

• Oversee daily imaging operations, patient flow, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate imaging services to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional patient care.
• Ensure imaging studies meet Sage Veterinary Imaging quality standards prior to interpretation.
• Partner with veterinarians and radiologists to support outstanding diagnostic outcomes.
• Monitor operational performance and implement improvements that enhance efficiency and patient experience.

Develop & Lead the Team

• Recruit, onboard, mentor, and develop imaging technicians and support staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Conduct coaching, performance feedback, and competency development.
• Support technician career progression and continuing education.
• Build an engaged, high-performing team committed to clinical excellence.

Advance Clinical Quality

• Maintain the highest standards for imaging quality, anesthesia, patient safety, and procedural consistency.
• Partner with clinical leadership to enhance imaging protocols, quality assurance initiatives, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, radiation safety standards, and organizational policies.
• Promote consistency across all imaging services and workflows.

Manage Equipment & Resources

• Oversee the readiness, maintenance, and performance of advanced imaging equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and vendor service activities.
• Monitor imaging supplies, inventory, and operational readiness.
• Partner with leadership to support future technology and equipment initiatives.

Support Practice Growth

• Build and strengthen relationships with referring veterinarians and specialty partners.
• Participate in educational programs, outreach initiatives, and referral development.
• Help identify opportunities to enhance the client experience and expand imaging services.
• Support new service lines and cross-site collaboration across Sage Veterinary Imaging.

Partner with Leadership

• Collaborate with the Hospital Manager, Practice Site DVMs, Imaging Director, and Operations Leadership to achieve organizational goals.
• Support KPI initiatives, workflow optimization, staffing strategies, and operational planning.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that strengthen the organization and improve patient care.
• Help drive innovation and continuous improvement across imaging services.

Lead from the Front

While serving as a department leader, you'll remain actively engaged in patient care by supporting the clinical team as needed.

Responsibilities may include:

• Performing advanced imaging procedures.
• Supporting anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assisting with patient preparation and care.
• Providing clinical guidance during complex imaging cases.
• Modeling the highest standards of patient care and professionalism.

Leadership Expectations

As the Imaging Manager, you'll be responsible for building a culture where people, patients, and performance thrive. Leadership at Sage Veterinary Imaging is demonstrated through service, accountability, mentorship, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

In this role, you'll:

• Lead by example through professionalism, integrity, and clinical excellence.
• Develop and coach high-performing team members.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and supportive work environment.
• Promote accountability while helping others grow and succeed.
• Reinforce clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and operational best practices.
• Partner with hospital leadership to achieve strategic and operational goals.
• Champion Sage Veterinary Imaging's mission, vision, and core values every day.

This Role May Be a Great Fit If You...

• Are passionate about advanced diagnostic imaging and specialty medicine.
• Enjoy leading, mentoring, and developing people.
• Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Have a strong operational mindset while remaining clinically engaged.
• Value quality, precision, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Want to help shape the future of specialty veterinary imaging.

Qualifications

Required

• Licensed or Registered Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT), or equivalent credential where applicable.
• Three (3) or more years of veterinary medicine experience.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or team development experience.
• Experience supporting advanced diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Strong anesthesia knowledge or the ability to develop advanced proficiency through training.
• Working knowledge of CT, MRI, ultrasound, radiography, and advanced imaging workflows.
• Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative leadership style with a commitment to exceptional patient care and continuous improvement.

Preferred

• Experience in a specialty referral or advanced diagnostic imaging practice.
• Experience managing advanced imaging equipment and imaging operations.
• Experience developing SOPs, competency programs, or technical training.
• Experience using operational metrics and KPIs to improve performance.
• Passion for mentorship, continuing education, and professional development.

Professional Growth & Development

Leadership at Sage Veterinary Imaging is built on continuous learning.

Growth opportunities include:

• Advanced leadership and management development.
• Advanced imaging and anesthesia education.
• Cross-site operational leadership opportunities.
• Mentorship from experienced veterinarians, board-certified radiologists, and North America's premier cross-sectional imaging and neuroimaging specialists.
• Participation in strategic initiatives, quality improvement, and protocol development.
• Continuing education and professional certification support.

Benefits & Perks

We believe exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our people.

Full-time team members enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Fifteen (15) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
• Paid company holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance
• Continuing education opportunities
• Professional development and leadership training
• Employee pet care discounts
• Relocation assistance (when applicable)

Join Sage Veterinary Imaging

At Sage Veterinary Imaging, we're redefining what's possible in specialty diagnostic imaging through advanced technology, exceptional people, and a relentless commitment to clinical excellence. As our Imaging Manager, you'll lead an outstanding team, collaborate with some of North America's premier cross-sectional imaging and neuroimaging specialists, and help shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine while making a lasting impact on patients, clients, and the profession.

Please Note: All applicants are required to complete our Work Style Survey as part of the application process:

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