Department of Veterans Affairs

Department of Veterans Affairs

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)

Iowa City, Iowa · Full-time

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About the role

  • These exams are performed with and without the use of contrast materials.
  • The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment.
  • A recruitment/relocation incentive may authorized for highly qualified applicants.

Requirements

  • English Language Proficiency.
  • DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
  • Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R).
  • Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT).
  • Loss of Credential: An employee in this occupation who fails to maintain the required certification must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment.
  • Grade Determinations: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, GS-9 Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R).

Skills

  • Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions. vi.
  • Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.
  • For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://department.va.gov/employees/va-qualifications-standards/

Compensation

  • $84k-$110k

Benefits

  • Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers. iii. *Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure. iv.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy

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