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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - MRI
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 11 days ago
On-site Kent, OH $89K – $116K Apply by Sep 18, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI). The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) will function in Imaging Service. The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.
What You'll Do
- →Duties include but are not limited to: Schedule exams in a manner that optimizes all of the MRI equipment capabilities while maintaining the flexibility to allow for emergency cases.
- →This requires the prioritizing scheduled patients while also accommodating the extreme emergent patient who may need immediate attention Determine best scanning parameters to optimize imaging technique.
- →Performs clinical analysis of data recorded by the computer Use PACS system for transmission of images to the Radiologist Maintain records and files of exam performed on patients.
- →This includes editing of patient exams in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
- →Properly identify patient through the RIS interface identifier and assures the marking of proper laterality.
- →The technologist must be certain that the patient's information and request are identical by check with the patient Assures MRI patients are screened in advance for any contraindicating conditions per Imaging Service policy Explains exams to competent patients so the patient understands what is to be done Continually reviews new developments in MRI.
- →The DRT/MRI improves quality of MRI examinations by utilizing new techniques that are available Trains new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices in compliance with ACR guidelines.
- →Instruct employees in specific tasks and job techniques and makes available written instructions, reference materials and supplies Employs proper use of hospital computers for patient reference and information.
- →Troubleshoots computer problems and reports them to the VA IT helpdesk Check on work in progress or spot check work not requiring review.
- →Reviews completed work to see that the Supervisor or staff Radiologist's instructions on work sequence procedures methods and deadlines have been met.
- →Establish interdepartmental partnership with vascular department in the procurement of vascular studies including abdominal and runoff exams Perform daily quality assurance tests.
- →Archives MRI images and exports them for permanent storage.
- →Monitors performance of MRI and ancillary equipment Assist in the calibration/troubleshooting equipment malfunctions in all equipment associated with the MRI unit.
- →Perform safety checks on patients, employees and visitors to comply with the Medical Center, OIG, VISN and ACR safety standards regarding ferrous objects, cardiac pacemakers, etc. to those persons entering the environment of the 5 gauss magnetic field.
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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