Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)
Direct Jobs, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Summary
This position is located at the PVAHCS - Phoenix - AZ facility in the Diagnostic Imaging Service Line. The CT Technologist has the overall responsibility for the coordination and performance of the computed tomography section. He/she works closely with other CT Technologists, Radiologists, Clinicians and Clerical staff to assure optimum quality control, efficient coordination of activities, high quality diagnostic exam results, and patient satisfaction.
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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 (ARRT) (R)
Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT) - magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Education: Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the equivalent) 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) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE)
English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d)
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
Grade Determination - GS-09: Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level - directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
Demonstrated Knowledge – Skills – and Abilities
The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment‑specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*)
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
Preferred Experience
Must have a general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology - Radiography (ARRT) (R) and Advanced ARRT CT registry
Reference
For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements
Light to Moderate lifting and carrying – up to 44 pounds
straight pulling
reaching above shoulders
use of both hands and fingers required
walking - standing
crawling
kneeling
ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4
depth perception
ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
hearing (aid permitted).
Benefits and Schedule
VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday - 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus): Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
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)
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment – up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment – full‑time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of eligible childcare costs for children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year 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 Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 00000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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This position is located at the PVAHCS - Phoenix - AZ facility in the Diagnostic Imaging Service Line. The CT Technologist has the overall responsibility for the coordination and performance of the computed tomography section. He/she works closely with other CT Technologists, Radiologists, Clinicians and Clerical staff to assure optimum quality control, efficient coordination of activities, high quality diagnostic exam results, and patient satisfaction.
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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 (ARRT) (R)
Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT) - magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Education: Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the equivalent) 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) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE)
English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d)
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
Grade Determination - GS-09: Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level - directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
Demonstrated Knowledge – Skills – and Abilities
The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment‑specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*)
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
Preferred Experience
Must have a general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology - Radiography (ARRT) (R) and Advanced ARRT CT registry
Reference
For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
Physical Requirements
Light to Moderate lifting and carrying – up to 44 pounds
straight pulling
reaching above shoulders
use of both hands and fingers required
walking - standing
crawling
kneeling
ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4
depth perception
ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
hearing (aid permitted).
Benefits and Schedule
VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday - 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus): Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
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)
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment – up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment – full‑time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of eligible childcare costs for children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year 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 Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 00000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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