Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

ansiblegovernmentsolutions; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 7,185,561 - 14,864,304; Full time

Job summary

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC is seeking Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists to support the VA Palo Alto Health Care System in Palo Alto, CA. The role covers the full range of DRT imaging for inpatient and outpatient care, including call shifts.

Full-time, travel, and per diem candidates are considered. The position requires ARRT and BLS certifications, a high school diploma plus accredited technologist training, and at least two years of clinical diagnostic imaging experience in a Level 1

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Completion of a CHEA- and JCERT-accredited Technologist training program.
• ARRT certification is required.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of proven clinical experience in Diagnostic Imaging in a Level 1 hospital setting.
• Must have proven clinical work experience within the past 12 months.
• Prior VA experience is desirable.
• No sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine to complex radiographic examination procedures using diagnostic x-ray equipment (fluoroscopic units, chest unit, and general diagnostic units).
• Preparing contrast materials under the direction of a radiologist for exams requiring injectable solutions such as IVP, cystogram, cholangiogram, fistulagrams, and arthrography.
• Performing oral and rectal exams using injectable solutions.
• Operating a fully digital x-ray system and advanced digital radiographic equipment.
• Troubleshooting equipment used in diagnostic radiologic procedures and making minor repairs/adjustments.

Skills

ARRT certification

AHA BLS certification

Two years imaging experience

Education

High School Diploma

CHEA- and JCERT-accredited Technologist training program

Job description

Overview

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently seeking Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists (DRT, X-ray Technologist) to support operations at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System located at 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304. Services to be provided include the full range of DRT Imaging care for inpatient and outpatient VA patients to include call shift. Multiple shift schedules with on-call service are available.

Full-time, Travel, and Per Diem candidates are considered for this position.

Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it is their own.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine to complex radiographic examination procedures. These examinations are achieved by using diagnostic x‑ray equipment such as fluoroscopic units, the chest unit, and general diagnostic units. The major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Using diagnostic x‑ray equipment such as fluoroscopic unit, the chest unit, and general diagnostic units
  • Preparing contrast materials under the direction of a radiologist in order to perform exams requiring injectable solutions such as IVP, cystogram, cholangiogram, fistulagrams, and arthrography
  • Performing oral and rectal exams using injectable solutions
  • Operating a fully digital x‑ray system and highly technical digital and computerized radiographic equipment
  • Troubleshooting equipment used in diagnostic radiologic procedures and making minor repairs and/or adjustments

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Completion of a CHEA- and JCERT-accredited Technologist training program
• ARRT(R) certification is required
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• A minimum of two (2) years of proven clinical experience in Diagnostic Imaging in a Level 1 hospital setting
• Must have proven clinical work experience within the past 12 months
• Prior VA experience is desirable
• No sponsorship available

Pay Range:$52.16 - $107.90 hourly

All candidates must be able to:

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
• Lift up to 20 lbs
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.