Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Lubbock (TX)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 114,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Child Care Subsidy

Federal Health Insurance

Job summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) to perform advanced imaging and CT scans in Lubbock, Texas. You will operate imaging equipment, manage patient care, and ensure quality imaging while following radiation safety protocols.

The role requires independent work, interaction with medical staff and patients, and adherence to federal guidelines. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Qualifications

Education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.
If using foreign education, send Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with transcript to receive credit.
Note: If your school has changed names or is no longer in existence, provide this information in your application.

Responsibilities

Performs CT scans and complex imaging procedures.
Utilizes imaging equipment, contrast media, power injectors, and PACS.
Monitors patient records and lab results during procedures.
Adheres to radiation protection standards and uses appropriate shielding.
Assesses contraindications and ensures image quality with digital systems.

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists (DRTs) at this level are fully functional as an advanced DRT and carry out their assigned tasks independently. DRTs at this level complete special and complex imaging procedures beyond the full performance level, provide clinical instruction, and perform basic quality management.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT): Performs computed tomography (CT) scans Utilizes superconducting magnets for medical medical imaging. Utilizes contrast media, power injectors, and PACS.

Balances the needs of patients and staff while performing complex scans and procedures Gathers relevant information from medical records, significant others, and health care providers Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedures Performs first aid and basic life support procedures as they relate to radiography Checks system for operation and assesses acceptable performance based on established guidelines Monitors patient's clinical record, diagnosis, and laboratory results Monitors patient's psychologic changes during the procedure to keep the radiologist informed Utilizes tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with the customer base, staff, family, visitors, and volunteers.

Recognizes unusual images and determines proper positioning to best demonstrated areas of interest Determines technical adequacy of digital images, adjusts the image quality in the digital system, as needed Follows radiation protection standards Utilizes minimum radiographic exposure techniques, appropriate beam limitation to anatomical area, and employs lead shielding, when performing standard radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.

Utilizes computed radiography, CR readers and digital imaging systems Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 55659-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

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/. NOTE: If your school has changed names, or is no longer in existence, you must provide this information in your application.

NOTE: If your school was accredited by JRCERT Find a Program - JRCERT or a body that is recognized by the US Department of Education https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home at the time of graduation but is no longer listed on the websites, you must provide documentation of accreditation with your application packet.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $87885 – $114257/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-26.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.