Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Days
Join to apply for the Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Days role at VCU Health
Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Days
4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Days role at VCU Health
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
**$25,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by August 31, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**
The practice of radiography is performed by radiologic technologists responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. A radiographer performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.
Core Competencies
- Perform all the duties of a Diagnostic Technologist I.
- Capable of safely administering contrast or other imaging agents including the identification of incompatibilities and/or interactions.
- Expected to assess a patients risk for allergic reaction to contrast media and other related medications prior to administration and following appropriate protocols for escalation of concerns.
- Expected to evaluate lab values prior to administering contrast media or other related medications and beginning the ordered examination.
- Capable of providing accurate explanations and instructions to the patient and family using age-appropriate language and verifying that the patient understands and agrees to the completion of the ordered exam.
- Capable of performing ordered exams or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting the patients ability and comfort.
- Capable of adhering to policies and utilizing protocols to determine that expected outcomes have been met.
- Capable of documenting deviations from protocol and/or patient-specific issues that may impact image quality.
- Capable of notifying the appropriate health care provider when an immediate clinical response is necessary based on procedural findings, patient condition, or other relevant concerns that may impact patient safety or care.
- Expected to timely complete all required post-processing, image display, and transfer for physician review.
- Expected demonstrates timely order closure, charge entry, and PACS QA completion.
- Expected to routinely cover open shifts as appropriate based on your level of competency.
- N/A
- Experienced and competent in routine and complex studies.
- Complete understanding of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, and safety and service standards.
- Complete understanding of imaging equipment, image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient care equipment.
- The position requires certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT), BLS, and has successfully completed their 6-month orientation.
- (Individuals with at least one year of experience can be hired directly into this role)
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Health Care ProviderIndustries
Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at VCU Health by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for Radiologic Technologist roles.
Mechanicsville, VA $32.40-$39.60 5 months ago
Mechanicsville, VA $32.40-$39.60 5 months ago
Radiology Student Worker - Diagnostic Radiology
Travel Ultrasound Tech - General job in Richmond, VA - Make $2,478 - $2,671/week
Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Days
Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist
Travel Ultrasound Tech Maternal Fetal job in Richmond, VA - Make $2,464 - $2,657/week
Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Days
Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Weekday Overnight
Travel Radiology/Cardiology MRI Technologist - $2,733 per week - 917931
Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Evenings
Travel Allied Health Professional CT Technologist
Richmond, VA $2,687.00-$2,687.00 1 month ago
Travel Allied Health Professional CT Technologist
Richmond, VA $2,414.00-$2,414.00 3 weeks ago
Travel Radiology/Cardiology MRI Technologist - $2,801 per week - a1fVJ000006PeA5YAK
Imaging Professionals - Richmond Virginia
EP Lab Tech II - Electrophysiology Lab - Days
Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr