Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Baylor Scott & White Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to operate in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. The role encompasses providing exceptional patient care, collaborating effectively with cardiology professionals, performing equipment maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have the necessary certifications and a commitment to ongoing education. This position offers competitive benefits including a salary, paid time off, and retirement options.

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Childcare subsidy

Retirement benefits

Federal insurance

Qualifications

• Certification in general radiologic technology by ARRT required.
• Advanced ARRT certification for CT, MRI, or Mammography.
• Physical proficiency in English and participation in pre-employment exams.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and explains procedures in radiology.
• Collaborates with cardiologists on exam requirements.
• Maintains records and ensures radiation safety.

Skills

Diagnostic radiologic technology

Patient care

Collaboration

Radiation safety

Continuing education

Education

Completion of a 24-month diagnostic radiologic technology program

Job description

Summary

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives May Be Authorized For Highly Qualified Candidates. Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists at this level perform a full range of physiological and radiological duties in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.

Qualifications

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 - Radiography (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments involving computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) performed independently.
• Education: Completion of a 24-month full-time training course in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by JRCERT or recognized agencies.
• Credentialing Standards: Must meet standards in 42 CFR Part 75, including certification as radiographers. Exception for Non-Certified - Entry Level Candidates: Non-certified candidates meeting ARRT requirements may be temporarily appointed as graduate DRTs for up to two years.
• Physical Requirements: Must be proficient in spoken and written English. May qualify under the Grandfathering Provision if applicable.

Grade Determinations:

• GS-5: None beyond basic requirements.
• GS-6: At least one year of experience or equivalent to one academic year of graduate education in radiography. Demonstrates knowledge of basic technique standards, anatomy, patient safety, and radiographic equipment.
• GS-7: At least one year of experience demonstrating clinical competencies or equivalent graduate education or certification. Demonstrates knowledge of digital imaging, contrast materials, radiation protection, and PACS.
• GS-8: At least one year of experience demonstrating advanced competencies, including system operation, calibration, patient record review, and ability to monitor physiologic changes. Must demonstrate all KSAs listed.

Physical requirements include participation in pre-employment examinations. Questions regarding physical demands or environmental factors will be addressed during evaluation.

Duties

• Provides patient care in radiology, including explaining procedures, positioning, and equipment adjustments.
• Collaborates with cardiologists to establish exam requirements, positioning, and technical factors.
• Performs equipment adjustments, preventative maintenance, and recognizes emergencies.
• Maintains records, ensures radiation safety, and keeps current on continuing education and CPR.
• Participates in ongoing development and recommends improvements.
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm, with on-call rotation.
• Additional benefits include competitive salary, paid time off, parental leave, childcare subsidy, retirement, federal insurance, and non-virtual position status.