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Diagnostic Radiologic Technician (CT)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 10 days ago
On-site Aurora, CO $92K – $120K Apply by Sep 14, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ESFJINFJISFJISTJ HealthcareTrades
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The incumbent operates as an advanced DRT, specializing in Computed Tomography (CT). Incumbent works independently during standard general imaging and complex CT examinations and procedures. This includes nonstandard and advanced protocols such as emergency and inpatients, as expected in a 1A High Complexity Medical Center. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures, and rearranges patient schedules to accommodate them.
What You'll Do
- →VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties & skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to: Develops alternate imaging processes.
- →The incumbent will be involved with difficult and intricate techniques (current or new), defining optimal protocols, and devising alternate ways to visualize pathology within the patient.
- →Must be able to set optimum technique and parameters in accordance with new or modified protocols as determined by the radiologist.
- →Perform CT examinations of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities; for the purpose of acquiring high-quality examinations that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders using standard and non-standard protocols.
- →Other critical factors to consider in performance of imaging discipline: proper utilization special equipment such as monitors, pulse oximeter, ECG, infusion pumps, oxygen equipment, and respirators inclusive of vital signs and medications used; incumbent must be highly cognizant of such devices and in their proper use.
- →The incumbent must be familiar with the different types and sizes of IV catheters and ports to safely use for contrast administration.
- →Understand and utilize 3D A/V rendering application software.
- →Shall perform and demonstrate competency in the ability to perform quality post-procedure reformats and send to PACS.
- →Make multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to include peripheral equipment and protocols such as 3D reconstruction to ensure accurate results.
- →Prepare the CT systems for daily operation: bring systems up and check all self-calibrating parameters.
- →Clean and prepare equipment surfaces in accordance with established infection control guidelines.
- →Perform routine archiving status; check and deletes data according to established guidelines.
- →Perform quality assurance testing on the CT units using phantoms, test tools, check lists, etc., for the purpose of assuring peak performance of the equipment.
- →Maintain records of the quality assurance testing so that easy reference is available should servicing be necessary.
Requirements
- ✓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.
- ✓You may be required to serve a probationary period.
- ✓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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- ✓Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
- ✓Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 416f13d0-a677-4b3e-b993-37c9b9a0d2c7
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