Diagnostic Imaging Technologist — Precision X-ray

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs, Central Texas Health Care System, Diagnostic Imaging Service, covers Austin, Temple, Bryan-College Station, Cedar Park, and Waco, TX. The technologist directs clinical imaging operations and ensures equipment and supply readiness for daily patient care.

The role requires ARRT certification, a 24-month radiologic tech program (JRCERT-accredited) or associate degree, and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Completion of a full-time radiologic technology program of at least 24 months, evidenced by certificate or associate degree, accredited by JRCERT.
• ARRT certification in radiologic technology (R); advanced ARRT for CT/MRI/Mammography as applicable.
• English language proficiency per 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).
• Non-citizens may be appointed only when required by VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical direction and administrative functions for the clinic area.
• Plan, direct and control activities to meet service needs.
• Maintain equipment and supplies to support the service.

Skills

Radiographic technique

Anatomy knowledge

Patient safety

Imaging equipment

PACS familiarity

CR/digital radiography

Basic computing

Communication

Education

JRCERT-accredited radiologic tech program

Associate degree

Tools

CR readers

Digital Imaging systems

PACS

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs, Central Texas Health Care System, Diagnostic Imaging Service, covers Austin, Temple, Bryan-College Station, Cedar Park, and Waco, TX. The technologist directs clinical imaging operations and ensures equipment and supply readiness for daily patient care.

The role requires ARRT certification, a 24-month radiologic tech program (JRCERT-accredited) or associate degree, and English proficiency.