Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Tacoma, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the Radiology department at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. It is a direct-hire solicitation for a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist specializing in computed tomography (CT).

The technologist receives patients, explains procedures and safety precautions, starts IVs when needed, positions patients, and produces images for requested examinations. The role includes performing diagnostic radiographic imaging and CT scans, monitoring patients during examinations, providing emergency aid and summoning assistance when necessary, and performing operator-level maintenance and care of diagnostic and CT equipment. The technologist also educates personnel on diagnostic and CT principles, procedures, capabilities, techniques, and equipment.

The position requires shift work, with fluctuating tours that may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available shift times are 0600–1500, 1500–2300, and 2300–0700. Moderate to heavy lifting of up to 44 pounds is required. A pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations are required. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or Military Training Network must be obtained within 30 days of employment, and CT certification must be obtained and maintained within six months of employment.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Meet the radiology certification basic requirement: qualifying education and CT radiologist certification, or one of the stated federal employment or training exceptions.
• One year of specialized experience performing diagnostic radiologic examinations such as CT examinations, setting up examination rooms, and operating radiologic equipment; or one and a half years of related graduate-level education; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or Military Training Network within 30 days of employment.
• Obtain and maintain CT certification within six months of employment.
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting of up to 44 pounds.
• Obtain and maintain a favorable Criminal History Background Check result; appointment may also be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation.
• Submit to urinalysis for illegal drug screening before appointment.
• Meet the requirement for at least one contact per week or four contacts per month with children under age 18.
• Complete a one-year probationary period.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

Responsibilities

• Receive patients and explain examination methods and safety precautions.
• Start IVs when needed, position patients, and produce images for requested examinations.
• Perform diagnostic radiographic imaging and computed tomography scanning.
• Monitor patients during examinations and provide emergency aid or summon assistance when necessary.
• Perform operator-level maintenance and care of diagnostic radiographic and CT equipment.
• Educate personnel on diagnostic and CT principles, procedures, capabilities, techniques, and equipment.

Benefits

• The posting states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed