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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (X-ray/CT Dual Role)

Salisbury, North Carolina, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$79K/yr - $103K/yr

1+ years exp

The Veterans Health Administration is looking for a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist specializing in X-ray and CT dual roles. The incumbent will perform CT examinations and diagnostic X-ray procedures to aid in the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Confers with Radiologists to determine requirement of non-standard exams. Determines technical factors, positioning, number and thickness of scans, etc. to produce and satisfy requirements of CT or X-ray exams

Schedules patients for examinations. Notifies the Radiologist or referring Physician of scans requiring his/her immediate attention

Works with the Radiologist as a member of the surgical/radiographic team

Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT/ X-ray exams

Requires the ability to prioritize CT and X-ray patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery, etc. communicates both verbally or in writing with other hospital staff

Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure

Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. This includes, registration, editing of patient exams in the computerized information system, copying of images to a CD, knowledge of HIS-RIS work list, routing exams to different locations, and works with / performs operator troubleshooting of the Patient archiving Computer System (PACS)

Performs diagnostic testing and troubleshooting equipment problems as they arise and confers with Bio Med to resolve equipment issues/ problems

Responsible for stocking and maintaining inventory of all CT / X-ray supplies and related materials

Follows Safe Patient Handling guidelines. Uses hours Safe Patient Handling Equipment when necessary

Qualification

ARRT CertificationCT CertificationRadiologic TechnologyPatient CareBasic Life SupportEnglish ProficiencyCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Must be proficient in written and spoken English

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement

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

Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for computed Tomography (CT)

Education: Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program. Evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from schools accredited by the ARRT and certification by the ARRT in radiology

English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English

Benefits

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)

Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)