Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

VA Portland Health Care System — Portland, OR (Vancouver, WA campus as assigned) | Full Time (4 openings) | 40 hrs/week; 8-, 9- or 10-hr shifts, rotating weekends/holidays

Four full-time CT technologist positions supporting the Diagnostic Imaging Service at the VA Portland Health Care System. You will run day-to-day CT operations, including CT angiography and interventional CT, and cross-cover fluoroscopy, portables and the OR as assigned.

Contract term: base year starting January 4, 2027, with four one-year option periods.

• Perform head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremity CT, with 3D reconstructions and multi-planar reformats
• Perform CTA of the Circle of Willis, carotids, abdominal aorta and run-offs; CT myelography; cardiac CT if cardiac-trained
• Assist with interventional CT: biopsies, RF ablations, abscess drainages and cyst aspirations, using sterile technique
• Start IVs and administer/prepare contrast under radiologist direction; monitor for and respond to contrast reactions
• Apply CT dose optimization and radiation safety for patients, staff and self
• Screen orders in CPRS, prioritize stat, pre-op, inpatient and routine exams; register and edit exams in RIS/PACS
• Keep repeat/reject rates within department targets; perform minor equipment checks and report malfunctions
• Cross-cover fluoroscopic and general diagnostic exams, portable radiography/fluoroscopy, angio and OR as assigned

• ARRT (R) with CT (post-primary) certification
• Minimum 2 years of CT experience including advanced applications (CTA, interventional CT)
• Proficiency in venipuncture and power injection of contrast
• Competence in fluoroscopy, portables and general diagnostic radiography
• State radiologic technologist license/certification where required (Oregon and/or Washington for the Vancouver campus)
• Current BLS
• NPI number (or willingness to obtain before submission)
• Able to lift/transfer patients and handle equipment up to 50–100 lbs; prolonged standing
• Must pass a VA background investigation, TB/immunization screening and VA credentialing

$77–$87/hour, depending on experience and certifications

Overtime is paid in addition under the contract terms. Local position — no per diem or travel allowance.

To be considered for submission provide all of the following:

• Current resume with month/year dates for every position
• Three (3) professional references — at least one a current or recent supervisor
• Signed Letter of Intent (LOI) — required by the VA for candidate submission
• Completed VA Candidate Questionnaire (Attachment
  2): certification number and expiration, state license (if held), BLS expiration, NPI number, availability for the full period of performance
• Copy of ARRT card showing CT credential and any state license

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process.