Job Description
VA St. Louis Health Care System – John Cochran Division (St. Louis, MO)
Emerging Tech LLC
Emerging Tech is seeking experienced Radiologic Technologists to support on-site diagnostic imaging operations at the VA St. Louis Health Care System. These positions provide direct, hands-on imaging services across multiple modalities and play a critical role in ensuring Veterans receive timely, safe, and accurate diagnostic care. This requirement includes a base period and four one-year option periods.
Positions may include:
- Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (X-ray)
- CT Technologist
- MRI Technologist
- Ultrasound Technologist
- Mammography Technologist
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Key Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures in assigned modalities following VA, ARRT, and Joint Commission standards.
- Prepare, position, and assess patients to ensure safe and accurate exam performance while maintaining patient comfort.
- Operate imaging equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and VA protocols.
- Adhere to radiation safety principles to minimize unnecessary exposure to patients and staff.
- Verify exam quality, completeness, and proper technical parameters before submission to Radiologists.
- Document all exams and patient interactions in the VA’s electronic health record and PACS systems.
- Maintain cleanliness, readiness, and safety compliance of imaging rooms and equipment.
- Follow all infection control, equipment handling, and modality-specific safety requirements.
- Collaborate with radiologists, providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to support coordinated patient care.
- Support imaging operations during periods of increased volume, emergent requests, or staff shortages.
- Ensure all work meets or exceeds national imaging standards and VA performance requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program (JRCERT or equivalent).
- Current ARRT certification in Radiography; additional ARRT/ARDMS/NC credentialing required for specialty modalities (CT, MRI, Mammo, US, Nuclear Medicine).
- Full, current, and unrestricted state license.
- Minimum of three (3) years of post-training experience performing independent imaging procedures in a hospital or medical center.
- Demonstrated proficiency with PACS, DICOM, and electronic medical record systems.
- Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English fluently in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) & 7407(d).
- Must meet all VA credentialing, onboarding, privacy, and annual training requirements.
Additional Requirements
- Personnel qualifications are subject to review by the Chief Radiology Administrator and Chief of Radiology.
- Must comply with all VA imaging standards, safety policies, infection control procedures, and radiology protocol requirements.
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