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 of a Allied Health Professional The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist CT/AT performs routine to complex radiographic procedures with the use of diagnostic x-ray equipment in the Angiography, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, and Radiology department. For this grade level a minimum of 25% (10hrs) is spent working as both a Cardiac and Angiographic Technologist.
Major Duties include but are not limited to the following: Performs CT of the head, neck, spine, chest, and body with and without the use of contrast materials. Operates highly technical radiation producing equipment under the direction of Vascular, Cardiology and Radiology providers. Confers with Radiologists to determine requirements of nonstandard exams Performs cardiac catheterization and angiographic procedures, under sterile conditions.
This requires advanced understanding of the sterile environment and thorough knowledge of all supplies needed, including guide wires; sterile packs; catheters; trays; etc. Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policies/techniques with emphasis on sterile technique; the storage of sterile supplies; the disposal of body fluids and 'sharps'; proper attire; hand washing practices; and continuing education.
Works with the radiologist as a member of the radiographic team. Must assist and anticipate the needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam. Must be continuously on the alert for the patient's condition, sterile field, catheter and guide wire sizes and configurations, etc. The alertness of the individual is essential to prevent contamination, recognize patient reactions, anticipate technique factor difficulties, etc.
Performs quality control on the Lab scanner as required. Records contrast warmer temperature daily. Checks crash cart at beginning of shift. Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. This includes the maintenance of patient logbooks registration and editing of patient exams in the computerized information system. Responsible for stocking and inventory of all CT, Cardiac and Angiographic supplies and related materials.
Work Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; At the discretion of the supervisor EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
Learn more 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 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 eligible for Telework Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00554F
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
corina.marquez@va.gov · 415-221-4810 X24039
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $113225 – $147184/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-22.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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