Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Baylor Scott & White Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a radiologic technologist to perform essential imaging duties in Sioux Falls. The role involves working independently, providing patient education, and ensuring high-quality care in a dynamic clinical environment. With numerous benefits and a competitive salary, this position offers long-term career potential.

Benefits

Parental leave

Child care subsidy

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Federal insurance

Qualifications

• Must be certified in radiologic technology by ARRT.
• Advanced ARRT certification for CT is required.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Perform general radiographic procedures and CT imaging.
• Ensure patient safety and maintain equipment.
• Process images and manage scheduling.

Skills

Patient safety

Radiologic procedures

Quality assurance

Education

24-month accredited diagnostic radiologic technology program

Job description

Summary

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives May Be Authorized for Highly Qualified Candidates. The incumbent's principal responsibilities are to independently perform general radiographic technology (R) and computed tomography (CT) procedures for the patients of the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System, along with other duties necessary for the functioning of the Imaging department.

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 that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently.
• Education: Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months or the equivalent in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, accredited by JRCERT or recognized agencies.
• Credentialing Standards: Must meet standards in 42 CFR Part 75, including certification as radiographers.
• Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
• English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Grade Determinations: For GS-9 level, candidates must be fully functional as an advanced DRT, capable of performing tasks independently, including complex imaging procedures, clinical instruction, and basic quality management duties. Experience of at least one year at the next lower grade level demonstrating relevant clinical competencies is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrate technical KSAs such as balancing patient and staff needs, assessing contraindications, knowledge of radiologic procedures, and physical assessment. Candidates should also show potential to acquire assignment-specific KSAs.

Duties

Include but are not limited to:

• Performing general radiographic procedures, CT imaging, and limited interventional procedures.
• Preparing patients and equipment, administering contrast media, and observing patient safety and comfort.
• Processing images, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality assurance.
• Providing patient education and clerical support, including managing images and scheduling.
• Participating in on-call duties as scheduled.

Work Schedule & Benefits

Work hours are from 12:00 pm to 12:00 am, days vary, including every other weekend and holidays. Benefits include competitive salary, paid time off, parental leave, child care subsidy, retirement plans, federal insurance, and more. Recruitment/Relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates. This is a permanent position with no PCS allowance. Virtual work is not available.