U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $86,749.00/yr - $112,771.00/yr
Summary The incumbent's principal responsibilities are to perform general X‑ray exams and to help with computerized axial scan procedures (CT). The technologist will mainly perform general X‑rays and assist in CT.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology – Radiography (ARRT). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or mammography duties performed independently.
Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency.
In modalities that require advanced certification, technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may receive on‑the‑job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist.
Education: Completion of a full‑time training course of at least 24 months (or equivalent) in a post‑high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other DOE‑recognized agency.
Credentialing Standards: Persons must meet the educational standards of 42 CFR Part 75 and be certified as radiographers.
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d)‑7407(d).
May qualify under the Grandfathering Provision described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation.
Grade Determinations: Specialized Assignments – General Radiologic Technology (R).
Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, directly related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must demonstrate all listed technical KSAs and potential to acquire assignment‑specific KSAs. These include balancing patient and staff needs during complex scans, assessing contraindications, basic first aid, physical assessment, aseptic techniques, and patient care practices. The full performance level is GS‑9.
Physical Assessment: You will be asked to participate in a pre‑employment examination.
Reference: For more information on these standards, visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Duties
Receive and interpret all radiology requests, input pertinent information into the computer system, register and edit exams.
Identify images at QC using two identifiers and L&R markers.
Participate in departmental quality control program, ensuring studies are identified before being sent to the VISAGE system, and entering accurate information into the VISTA package.
Practice radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self.
Obtain patient history, perform bedside or operating room radiographic exams, and provide diagnostic x‑rays to surgeons and staff when patients cannot be transported.
Maintain cleanliness and adequate supplies in assigned areas, report equipment malfunction promptly.
Work cooperatively with other employees, adhering to professional standards.
Assure quality and quantity of radiographic exams to meet high acceptability while minimizing dosage and cost.
Process images using DR digital capture, QC, and transfer identified images into the PACS system.
Perform CT examinations of chest, abdomen, pelvis, head, neck, and extremities; prepare room, equipment, contrast media, and follow protocols.
Conduct daily maintenance of head and body phantoms, provide training to student radiographers, and perform clerical duties related to patient care.
Educate patients and families on imaging processes, practice infection control and universal precautions, perform fluoroscopic exams under radiologist direction, and carry out additional duties as assigned.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries: Government Administration
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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs .
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $86,749.00/yr - $112,771.00/yr
Summary The incumbent's principal responsibilities are to perform general X‑ray exams and to help with computerized axial scan procedures (CT). The technologist will mainly perform general X‑rays and assist in CT.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology – Radiography (ARRT). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or mammography duties performed independently.
Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency.
In modalities that require advanced certification, technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may receive on‑the‑job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist.
Education: Completion of a full‑time training course of at least 24 months (or equivalent) in a post‑high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other DOE‑recognized agency.
Credentialing Standards: Persons must meet the educational standards of 42 CFR Part 75 and be certified as radiographers.
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d)‑7407(d).
May qualify under the Grandfathering Provision described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation.
Grade Determinations: Specialized Assignments – General Radiologic Technology (R).
Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, directly related to the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must demonstrate all listed technical KSAs and potential to acquire assignment‑specific KSAs. These include balancing patient and staff needs during complex scans, assessing contraindications, basic first aid, physical assessment, aseptic techniques, and patient care practices. The full performance level is GS‑9.
Physical Assessment: You will be asked to participate in a pre‑employment examination.
Reference: For more information on these standards, visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Duties
Receive and interpret all radiology requests, input pertinent information into the computer system, register and edit exams.
Identify images at QC using two identifiers and L&R markers.
Participate in departmental quality control program, ensuring studies are identified before being sent to the VISAGE system, and entering accurate information into the VISTA package.
Practice radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self.
Obtain patient history, perform bedside or operating room radiographic exams, and provide diagnostic x‑rays to surgeons and staff when patients cannot be transported.
Maintain cleanliness and adequate supplies in assigned areas, report equipment malfunction promptly.
Work cooperatively with other employees, adhering to professional standards.
Assure quality and quantity of radiographic exams to meet high acceptability while minimizing dosage and cost.
Process images using DR digital capture, QC, and transfer identified images into the PACS system.
Perform CT examinations of chest, abdomen, pelvis, head, neck, and extremities; prepare room, equipment, contrast media, and follow protocols.
Conduct daily maintenance of head and body phantoms, provide training to student radiographers, and perform clerical duties related to patient care.
Educate patients and families on imaging processes, practice infection control and universal precautions, perform fluoroscopic exams under radiologist direction, and carry out additional duties as assigned.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries: Government Administration
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