This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application.
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography) performs routine to moderately complex radiographic examination procedures. These exams are achieved by using diagnostic x-ray equipment such as fluoroscopic units and general diagnostic units. Performs computerized tomography of the head, neck spine, chest and body. 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. For this grade level a minimum of 25% (10hrs) is spent working as a CT technologist. The duties associated with this position include but are not limited to the following: Schedules exams in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery, etc. Confers with radiologists to determine requirement of non-standard exams. Determines technical factors, positioning, number, and thickness of scans, etc., to produce and satisfy requirements of CT scanning. Schedules patients for examinations. Notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention.
Performs CT angiography; including run-offs and pulmonary embolus studies. These studies require the use of power injectors and reconstruction of images post image acquisition. Performs CT biopsies utilizing surgical sterile techniques. Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT. Performs quality control on the CT scanner as required. Records contrast warmer temperature daily. Checks crash cart at beginning of shift.
Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure. Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. This includes the maintenance of patient log registration and editing of patient exams in the computerized information system. Properly identifies patient images. Responsible to explain exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as any adverse reactions, if any, are possible.
Responsible for stocking and inventory of all CT supplies and related materials. Must report equipment malfunctions in a timely manner to the supervisor and enter an electronic work order to Biomedical Engineering for repair. Performs irregular hour emergency scans on-call; when necessary. Requires the technologist be available within 45 minutes from receipt of call so that proper and effective emergency care can be given to the patient.
May be required to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations. Continually reviews new developments in the field of computerized tomography. Is continually on the alert to improve quality of exams utilizing the new technologies available. The purpose of this review is to provide the patients with the best possible scans for diagnostic purposes. Other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Supervisor's discretion.
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Joe.CamarenaContreras@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)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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 authorized. 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 2026-10-27.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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