Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT)

Position : Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography (CT)

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.

Location : Martinez, California

Posted : 14-Aug-24

Salary : Open

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS :

• United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Proficiency : Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Certification Requirement : All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R).

Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT).

• Education Requirement : Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in a diagnostic radiologic technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
• Grade Determination : Applicants must meet the following grade requirements for Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, GS-9.

Responsibilities :

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) performs routine to moderately complex radiographic examination procedures using diagnostic x-ray equipment.

Major duties include but are not limited to :

• Schedules exams to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
• Confers with radiologists to determine requirements for non-standard exams.
• Determines technical factors and positioning for CT scanning.
• Performs CT angiography and biopsies utilizing surgical sterile techniques.
• Prepares contrast materials and performs quality control on the CT scanner.

Work Schedule : Monday thru Friday, 8 : 00 am to 4 : 30 pm

Benefits :

• 37 days of annual paid time off per year.
• Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with contributions by VA.
• Federal health / vision / dental / term life / long-term care insurance.

Contact : For questions / assistance regarding EDRP, contact [email protected].

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