DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST - CT

Job Title

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist

Job Description

The incumbent serves as a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist, responsible for performing a full range of CT examinations of the head, neck, spine, chest, abdomen, and additional body regions using both contrast and non-contrast techniques. The technologist exercises independent technical judgment to select appropriate imaging parameters, position patients accurately, and apply CT protocols in accordance with radiologist guidance to ensure high-quality diagnostic images supporting accurate clinical evaluation and treatment planning.

The incumbent prepares and administers contrast materials in accordance with established safety standards, maintains continuous awareness of patient condition, and responds promptly to patient reactions or complications. The technologist adheres to all radiation safety requirements and employs dose-reduction techniques to provide safe imaging for patients, staff, and self. Responsibilities also include image post-processing and reconstructions, accurate documentation and identification of all exams, and maintaining exam records within the imaging information system.

The technologist maintains adequate CT supplies, ensures equipment is properly set up and functioning, and adapts to STAT and emergent imaging needs by prioritizing and coordinating workflow efficiently. The incumbent provides afterhours, weekend, and holiday coverage as assigned to ensure continuous CT service availability.

In addition, the technologist plays an active role in clinical education, serving as a trainer and mentor for radiology and CT students assigned to the department. This includes providing orientation, demonstrating proper CT technique and safety practices, monitoring student progress and timekeeping, ensuring compliance with clinical objectives, and communicating student performance to the Clinical Instructor as part of the facility's formal training program.

Functions or Scopes of Practice KSA's

• Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.
• Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers.
• Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.
• Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions.
• Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.

Work Schedule

0800-1630 Monday - Friday

Pay

Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

Paid Time Off

37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.

Parental Leave

After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Retirement

Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance

Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Telework

Not Authorized

Virtual

This is not a virtual position.

Permanent Change of Station (PCS)

Not Authorized

US Department of Veterans Affairs