MRI Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist – Expert Imaging

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in El Paso, TX, seeks a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) in the Radiology Service to join the EPVAHCS MRI section. The role requires ARRT MRI certification and post-high school radiologic technology training, with emphasis on patient care and complex MRI procedures.

The incumbent will operate independently, adhere to credentialing standards, and provide high-quality imaging in an outpatient setting, supporting multiple modalities within Radiology.

Qualifications

• Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in diagnostic radiologic technology
• ARRT certification in Radiography; advanced ARRT certification required for MRI
• English language proficiency required by policy
• Credentialing standards per 42 CFR Part 75 and DOE recognition
• Grandfathering provision applies to current VHA employees in this occupation

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic MRI procedures with demonstrated clinical competency
• Balance patient care needs while executing complex MRI scans
• Gather relevant information from medical records and health care providers
• Assess factors that may contraindicate a procedure and ensure patient safety
• Conduct pre-, intra-, and post-procedural care and follow universal precautions
• Perform regular quality control scans and measurements as indicated by MRI vendor

Skills

MRI

Clinical radiologic competency

Patient prioritization

Complex MRI scans

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Certificate in Radiologic Technology

JRCERT accreditation awareness

Tools

ARRT Certification (MRI)

ARRT Certification (Radiography)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in El Paso, TX, seeks a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) in the Radiology Service to join the EPVAHCS MRI section. The role requires ARRT MRI certification and post-high school radiologic technology training, with emphasis on patient care and complex MRI procedures.

The incumbent will operate independently, adhere to credentialing standards, and provide high-quality imaging in an outpatient setting, supporting multiple modalities within Radiology.