MRI & CT Imaging Specialist — Diagnostic Radiologic Expert

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Cheyenne, WY seeks an MRI/Radiologic Technician at GS-10 to perform and coordinate MRI examinations under radiologist direction.

You will ensure patient safety, screening, positioning, and contrast administration to achieve high-quality diagnostic images. The role requires ARRT radiologic technology certification, an accredited 24-month program, and advanced ARRT for independent CT or MRI work.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold ARRT certification in general radiologic technology and complete an accredited diagnostic radiologic technology program of at least 24 months.
• Advanced ARRT certification is required for independent CT or MRI assignments.
• The GS-10 role requires at least one year of relevant experience at the GS-9 level and demonstrated knowledge of radiation protection, imaging equipment and physics, advanced imaging software, and complex patient positioning.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate MRI examinations under the direction of a radiologist.
• Ensure patient safety, proper screening, positioning, contrast administration, and diagnostic image quality.
• Maintain MRI protocols and quality control; monitor equipment and safety conditions; report defects; train personnel in MRI procedures and equipment.

Skills

MRI Imaging

CT Imaging

Radiologic Technology

Patient Positioning

MRI Safety

Radiation Protection

Cross-Sectional Anatomy

Contrast Administration

Intravenous Catheter Insertion

Imaging Protocol Development

Quality Control

Equipment Troubleshooting

Patient Screening

Image Quality Assessment

Patient Communication

Education

ARRT certification in general radiologic technology

Accredited diagnostic radiologic technology program (≥24 months)

Advanced ARRT certification for CT or MRI assignments

GS-10 experience requirement (1 year at GS-9)

Tools

Imaging software

MRI equipment

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Cheyenne, WY seeks an MRI/Radiologic Technician at GS-10 to perform and coordinate MRI examinations under radiologist direction.

You will ensure patient safety, screening, positioning, and contrast administration to achieve high-quality diagnostic images. The role requires ARRT radiologic technology certification, an accredited 24-month program, and advanced ARRT for independent CT or MRI work.