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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Adv)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 1 days ago
On-site Greenville, NC $68K – $88K Apply by Jun 11, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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The Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist performs complex imaging procedures in multiple modalities, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and general radiography (X-Ray). The incumbent reports to Supervisory DRT, Chief Technologist, Service Chief or designee. Performs most exams independently; consults radiologists/supervisors for complex issues. Work is reviewed for compliance and achievement of objectives.
What You'll Do
- →Employees at this level are fully functional as Advanced Diagnostic Radiology Technologist, in General Diagnostic X-ray, MRI and CT sections, and can carry other assigned tasks independently.
- →The advanced DRT (MRI/CT/X-ray) will maintain ARRT certification in Radiography (R), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Computed Tomography (CT).
- →Duties include but are not limited to: General Diagnostic and CT General Diagnostic X-Ray duties include but are not limited to routine examinations and fluoroscopy.
- →CT duties will include but are not limited to a full range of diagnostic and cardiac exams, complex CT angiography, CTA 3-D computer reconstruction, and complex computer measurements and manipulations.
- →Properly identifying images with patient's full name and social security number.
- →Properly marking radiographs/images: right or left markers, so as not to obscure anatomic detail; technologist's number or initials; date and time completed; indicating supine, erect or decubitus view.
- →Case number must be present on all films/images.
- →Screening patients prior to the exam to determine if there are any contraindications to the procedure or to the patient being exposed to a magnetic field (such as metallic foreign bodies, contraindicated medical devices, etc.).
- →Responsible for ensuring that the MRI lab complies with American College of Radiology Technologic Imaging Standards.
- →General Diagnostic/CT/MRI The technologist must have knowledge of the medical equipment that may be attached to the patient when they are in the Radiology Service for their examination.
- →Receives patient, explains methods of procedure, positions patients and makes exposures necessary for the requested examination.
- →Prepares IV contrast as necessary and injects patients with contrast media under supervision of a Radiology physician to enhance tissue, lesions, etc.
- →Monitors the examination by checking computations, performances, and results of the selected parameters to obtain the best diagnostic computer-generated data and images.
- →Sending all appropriate images to PACS.
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.
- ✓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 identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
- ✓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.
- ✓As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
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