What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Computed Tomography position at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration?
University of Arkansas for Medical Science (UAMS)
Location : Lexington, Kentucky
Position : Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Computed Tomography
Posted : 12-Jan-25
Categories : Allied Health
Internal Number : 827548100
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist independently performs routine to moderately complex radiographic and computed tomography (CT) examinations that may require utilization of contrast materials and sterile techniques. The incumbent will work a minimum of 30% in Computed Tomography.
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.
- 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), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently.
- Education : Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
- Loss of Credential : An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain certification within two years must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment.
- English Language Proficiency : DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English.
Grade Determinations :
This specialty modality requires specific knowledge of cross-sectional human anatomy and its application in spiral and / or multi-slice computed tomography. The technologist must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs :
Physical Requirements :
The physical demands of the work include :
Work Schedule :
Position Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm & Wednesday - Friday 8 : 00 am - 8 : 30 pm, every other Tuesday 12 : 00 pm - 8 : 30 pm. This is not a virtual position.
Note : This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until July 10, 2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be July 10th, 2025.
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