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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist CT/AT
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 1 days ago
On-site Mather AFB, CA $113K – $147K Apply by Sep 22, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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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. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
What You'll Do
- →Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist CT/AT performs routine to complex radiographic procedures with the use of diagnostic x-ray equipment in the Angiography, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, and Radiology department.
- →For this grade level a minimum of 25% (10hrs) is spent working as both a Cardiac and Angiographic Technologist.
- →Major Duties include but are not limited to the following: Performs CT of the head, neck, spine, chest, and body with and without the use of contrast materials.
- →Operates highly technical radiation producing equipment under the direction of Vascular, Cardiology and Radiology providers.
- →Confers with Radiologists to determine requirements of nonstandard exams Performs cardiac catheterization and angiographic procedures, under sterile conditions.
- →This requires advanced understanding of the sterile environment and thorough knowledge of all supplies needed, including guide wires; sterile packs; catheters; trays; etc.
- →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 radiographic team.
- →Must assist and anticipate the needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam.
- →Must be continuously on the alert for the patient's condition, sterile field, catheter and guide wire sizes and configurations, etc.
- →The alertness of the individual is essential to prevent contamination, recognize patient reactions, anticipate technique factor difficulties, etc.
- →Performs quality control on the Lab scanner as required.
- →Records contrast warmer temperature daily.
- →Checks crash cart at beginning of shift.
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.
- ✓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.
- ✓In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Personality Fit
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