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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - MRI
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 49 days ago
On-site Columbus, OH $89K – $116K Apply by Aug 5, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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This position is located within the Radiology Service at Chalmer's P. Wylie VAACC in Columbus, Ohio. You will work under the direction of the Chief of Radiology by way of the Radiology Supervisor with minimal oversight. You will work in MRI performing complex examinations of the head, spine, skeletal system, and soft tissue organs of the body including cardiac and perform technical work in support of diagnostic radiology under the direction of a physician.
What You'll Do
- →Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional This job opportunity is located within the Radiology Service at Chalmer's P.
- →Wylie VAACC in Columbus, Ohio.
- →Employees at this level are recognized as fully functional advanced DRTs, capable of carrying out their assigned tasks independently.
- →They may be tasked with a range of assignments, including special and complex imaging procedures that go beyond the standard clinical instruction, as well as basic Quality Management duties within the program.
- →These DRTs operate under the direction of the Chief of Radiology through the Radiology Supervisor, with only minimal oversight required.
- →It's important to note that approximately 75% of their tour of duty is spent in MRI, where they perform complex examinations involving the head, spine, skeletal system, and soft tissue organs of the body, including cardiac imaging.
- →The remaining 25% of their time is dedicated to technical work supporting diagnostic radiology, all under the guidance of a physician.
- →Duties at this level include, but are not limited to: Receives requests or instructions to independently perform both diagnostic and MRI procedures, as well as other collateral duties as assigned.
- →Interprets requests or instructions from radiologist or medical officers.
- →Performs as technologist in charge when assigned.
- →Understands and carries out requests made by physicians, or seeks assistance from the supervisor when an uncommon, unique, or new procedure is required.
- →Reviews MRI protocols and patient lab results prior to beginning exam.
- →Performs point of care testing to determine whether creatinine levels are appropriate for contrast studies.
- →Promotes and practices MRI safety.
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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