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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 53 days ago
On-site Salisbury, NC $80K – $104K Apply by Aug 3, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography) performs computerized tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest, body, and vessels. These exams are performed with and/or without the use of contrast materials.
What You'll Do
- →The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, Computed Tomography (CT) performs CT exams to include neuro, angiography, including spine, head and neck studies utilizing highly sophisticated equipment such as pressure injectors, patient monitors, etc.
- →Other duties/responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Performs CT myelography of the complete spine when required.
- →The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies of the entire spinal canal.
- →Performs most exams utilizing surgical sterile techniques.
- →This requires "scrub-in technique", preparation of surgical trays, preparation of contrast, supplying of catheters and guide wires, sterile assurance of the patient and equipment that may come in contact with the sterile field with the purpose of assuring that all preventive measures have been taken to prevent contamination of the patient.
- →This is done to minimize hazards associated with invasive procedures and involves the use of sterile packs, gloves, syringes, guide wires, catheters, cleanup trays, etc., after exam is completed.
- →Schedules exams in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
- →This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled 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.
- →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 scanning; Schedules patients for examinations, advises radiologists or referring physicians of examination results, and notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention.
- →Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policies/techniques with emphasis on sterile technique; the storage of sterile supplies; the disposal of body fluids and 'sharps'; proper attire; hand washing practices; and continuing education.
- →Works with the radiologist as a member of the surgical/radiographic team.
- →Must assist and anticipate the needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam.
- →Must continuously be on the alert for the patient's condition, sterile field, catheter and guide wire sizes and configurations, etc.
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 health evaluation.
- ✓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.
Personality Fit
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