Real-time DVM Sonographer

Company: Veterinary Imaging Center of San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Join VICSD as a DVM Sonographer and become a vital part of advancing veterinary care in San Diego. This role is perfect for veterinarians passionate about ultrasound and eager to collaborate with local clinics to deliver exceptional diagnostic services. You’ll be the go-to expert for mobile ultrasound, helping DVMs provide timely, accurate care for their patients. Your journey begins with comprehensive training. For the first six months, you’ll work closely with our in-house team, gaining hands-on experience and deepening your knowledge of small animal anatomy, pathology, and ultrasound techniques. This phase is self-driven yet fully supported, ensuring you build confidence and expertise through real cases, guided scanning, and report writing. Once trained, you’ll step into a dynamic role as a mobile DVM sonographer. You’ll travel to clinics across San Diego, performing real-time ultrasounds, guiding diagnostic procedures, and collaborating with veterinarians to interpret results. Your work will directly impact patient outcomes while offering flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to grow in a high-demand specialty. Why VICSD? We’re committed to excellence and innovation in veterinary imaging. You’ll receive ongoing support, competitive compensation (base salary plus production), and the opportunity to be part of a team that values expertise and client care. If you’re ready to elevate your career and make a difference in veterinary medicine, we’d love to hear from you. Experience DVM degree, California state license (REQUIRED) Completion of a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery or 3 years of small animal private practice; Passion for ultrasound and diagnostic imaging Interest and initiative in learning and improving your ultrasound skills Excellent skills with people and time management. Position Requirements Ability to travel between clinics and lift/move equipment (~40 lbs). Assist with animal restraint, imaging, and handling animals over 30 lbs. Work collaboratively and respectfully with VICSD and RDVM staff. Self-motivated and adaptable to varied DVM personalities. Present cases and findings clearly to remote specialists. Communicate ultrasound results, conclusions, and recommendations effectively. Comfortable with: Varying table heights for scans Sedation protocols Performing FNAs and cystocentesis Available at least 8 hours/day, 4 days/week. Must pass personal and driving background checks. Prior formal ultrasound training. Preferred Skills (Not Required) Consistent blood draws for pre-FNA screening. Basic computer/laptop troubleshooting. Salary Transparency The range of our base salary cash compensation for this role is between $70,500-$110,000. All final offers are determined using multiple factors including experience and level of expertise. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,500.00 - $110,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance This job description is for information purposes only. Additional specifics about the job will be provided in separate VICSD training and employment documents for hired applicants.

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