Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - PM Shift

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fargo VA Health Care System is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to join its Diagnostic Imaging Service Line. The role requires ARRT certification and offers opportunities for advancement based on experience and education levels. Candidates will perform imaging procedures and ensure quality patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in general radiologic technology by ARRT.
• Preferred experience includes CT certification and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures for patients.
• Maintain knowledge of current radiologic technology practices.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Knowledge of current radiologic technology practice

Education

Completion of a 24-month full-time training course in diagnostic radiologic technology

Job description

Summary

The Fargo VA Health Care System is recruiting for 1 full-time Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist for the Diagnostic Imaging Service Line.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

1. United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
2. Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology - Radiography (ARRT) (R).
3. Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently.
4. Exception for Non-Certified - Entry Level Candidates: Non-certified DRTs who meet ARRT (R) eligibility may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate DRT under 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B). The appointing official may waive certification requirements for up to two years for DRTs providing care under supervision at the GS-5 entry level. For higher grades, certification is required.
5. Education: Completion of a 24-month full-time training course or equivalent in a JRCERT-accredited post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree.
6. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
7. Creditable Experience: Knowledge of current radiologic technology practice, demonstrated by at least one year of active practice as a DRT, paid or unpaid.
8. Quality of Experience: Experience must have been earned after basic certification requirements were met. Graduate DRT experience is creditable if the candidate functioned as a DRT and passed the certification exam.
9. Part-Time Experience: Creditable proportionally based on relationship to full-time workweek.

Grade Determinations: Various levels from GS-5 to GS-8 with specific experience, education, and KSAs required for each grade. Preferred experience includes CT certification and BLS certification.

References and Additional Information

For more information, visit VA Qualification Standards. The full performance level is GS-8, and the range for applicants is GS-5 to GS-8. Physical requirements include participation in pre-employment evaluations.