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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 40 days ago
On-site Columbia, SC $79K – $102K Apply by Sep 30, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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A RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVE MAY BE AUTHORIZED FOR HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES THIS OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT (OCA), which closes on 9/30/2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be on or about 8/20/2026 with subsequent reviews every two weeks as additional vacancies occur or on an as-needed basis, until positions are filled. Please see the "Next Steps" area of the announcement which provides additional information.
What You'll Do
- →VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional DRTs perform at full performance.
- →DRTs at this level must be qualified to independently provide services in specialized areas of Radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services with only oversight or direction for highly complex issues.
- →List of Functional Requirements: Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions such as cystograms, cholangiograms, and for the purpose of performing oral and rectal exams of the GI tract.
- →(In the case of injected media, a patient consent form must be obtained, when indicated.) Help to maintain effective control of the Radiology department by coordinating, organizing, and executing the work potential to expedite workflow patterns within the department.
- →Performs all Diagnostic procedures to include all administrative duties associated with each.
- →Validates all images prior to transmitting them to VistA/VUE Explorer to be interpreted by the professional staff.
- →Keeps abreast of technological advances in the fields of Radiology.
- →Successful completion of all required educational classes and successfully receives all Continuing Education Units (CEU'S) as governed by the ARRT, to maintain an Xactive status with the ARRT Society.
- →Maximize efficiency in the number of exams performed without compromising the quality of patient care.
- →Performs Diagnostic procedures on a high volume of patients to include outpatients, inpatients, procedures performed with the C-arm in the operating room, fluoroscopic procedures, as well as portable exams.
- →Assists in the training of rotating x-ray students and technologists.
- →Assists in training volunteers working within the department.
- →Responsible for explaining exams to competent patients in terms the patient will comprehend as well as understanding potential hazards that may occur as a result of the exam.
- →Depending on procedure can recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
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 dentification 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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