Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Total Rewards: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional *This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until August 5, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be May 12, 2026. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until position is filled.* This Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT), Computed Tomography (CT), position is assigned to the Columbia VA Healthcare System, Radiology Service; Computed Tomography section. The Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT), Computed Tomography Technologist, employee at this level is fully functional as an Advanced DRT and can carry out the assigned tasks independently. Duties include but not limited to: Performs diagnostic procedures on a high-volume of patients. Assists in the training of newly assigned technologists. Helps to maintain effective control of the Radiology section by coordinating, organizing, and executing the work to expedite workflow patterns within the department. Performs all radiology, CT, and DEXA procedures, including administrative duties associated with each. Validates all images prior to transmitting them to VistA for interpretation. Properly identify patients with standard VA identifiers, as well as ensure properly identify films associated with a patient's exam. Properly label all images with Left or Right markers. This is essential so that mistaken identity of images to patients does not occur. The radiographer must be certain patient identification and request are identical. Technologist must be familiar with policies and procedures for practicing radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. This is achieved by optimizing technical factors and the appropriate use of lead aprons, collimation, and distance management ensuring all policies and procedure are adhered to. Participates in annual radiation safety training. Technologist meets the requirements set forth in Columbia VA HealthCare System POLICY/MEMORANDUM FOR BLS (RQI); BLS Certification is maintained per facility guidelines. Technologist is responsible for and required to maintain credentials and licensure. Annual ARRT certifications must be current and Continuing Education (CE) requirements must be met biennially. Performs technologist-level Quality Assurance on equipment as necessary according to manufacturer's guidelines and service-line policy. Applies Infection Control practices and procedures for patients and staff, as mandated by the Medical Center and Radiology Service Infection Control policies. Properly operates all electrical and mechanical equipment, is cognizant of basic safety practices related to the use of the assigned equipment supplies; hand washing practices; and continuing education. Maintains competency and thorough knowledge of the processes for Critical, Semi-Critical, and Non-Critical Reusable Medical Device (RMD) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that document the process and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, and preparation of RMs and follow established procedures for all RMD. Responsible to adhering to the RMD policies and procedures within the Radiology Service. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: 8:00am-6:00pm, 4:00pm-12:00am with rotating weekends and holidays Relocation/Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized, may be paid to a highly qualified candidate. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more 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) 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. 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 total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. 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 Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 31243F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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. In determining 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. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.