Lead CT & Interventional Radiologic Technologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) CT at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center within the Veterans Health Administration is responsible for interventional and computed tomography procedures. This role requires leadership to guide team members and ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include maintaining CT room readiness, scheduling, reducing backlogs, training ADRTs, and performing CT biopsies with sterile technique. Standard schedule is M-F, 10:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• Must have BLS certification and maintain biannually.
• Experience in Interventional and CT procedures.
• Leadership responsibilities for the CT section.

Responsibilities

• Assumes leadership roles, guiding and directing team members in patient care when instructed or in the absence of leadership.
• Verifies CT procedure rooms are consistently equipped with necessary items and prioritizes emergent equipment and supplies.
• Manages CT clinic appointment scheduling to maximize procedures within timeframes.
• Plans and develops a training schedule for all ADRTs in the CT section.
• Performs CT biopsies using sterile technique and proper specimen handling.

Skills

Leadership

BLS Certification

Job description

The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) CT at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center within the Veterans Health Administration is responsible for interventional and computed tomography procedures. This role requires leadership to guide team members and ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include maintaining CT room readiness, scheduling, reducing backlogs, training ADRTs, and performing CT biopsies with sterile technique. Standard schedule is M-F, 10:30 a.m.