Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist DEXA

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) to support the Veteran community in the 1051 Hooper Avenue Toms River, New Jersey area. This position is open to all candidates, including Locum or Traveling professionals.

Position Highlights:

• Logistics:
  • Pay: $55.00+ per hour.
  • Contract Type: 1 base year with 4, 1-year option periods
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
  • Location: 1051 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, New Jersey
• Requirements:
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
  • Contractor's personnel shall be licensed to practice Radiologic Technology in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
  • Be certified in general radiologic technology (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
  • One or more of the following: ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography (M), Vascular Interventional Radiography (IR) and or Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CIR).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Previous experience with the VA is a plus
• Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation
  • 11 federal paid holidays

I've never heard of Terrestris. Why should I join the team?

In 2025, Terrestris was ranked 185 out of the top 5,000 fastest growing private companies in America by Inc. We hit this mark because, at Terrestris, we form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

What does a typical day look like for the Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist?

You will:

• Direct Patient Care: estimated 95% of the time involved in direct patient care.
  • Provide patient care and technical skills in the operation of diagnostic radiographic equipment for diagnostic and evaluation purposes.
  • Prepare the patient for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing patient's needs and providing pretest patient education, explaining procedures and answering questions; provide reassurance and support to patient throughout procedure; assure understanding of discharge instructions before patient leaves care area.
  • Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to the service's procedures. Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs.
  • Perform quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images; adjust equipment and position patient to eliminate test artifacts, protect patient from unnecessary radiation exposure by positioning lead shields or limiting the size of x-ray beams.
  • Monitor the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes during the examination; recognize abnormal changes and immediately notify the physician.
  • Prepare contrast agents.
  • Nuclear Medicine Technologists prepare doses of radioactive pharmaceuticals and non-radioactive pharmaceuticals.
  • Technologists follow all national and local guidelines including those of the Veterans Administration National Health Physics Program.
  • Evaluate test results for clarity and accuracy; take corrective action where appropriate.
  • Log data into patient information systems, and update file systems for tests performed.
  • Clean and disinfect equipment and workspace per standard operating procedure.
• Administrative: estimated 5% of time not involved in direct patient care

What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the professional we're looking for if you have:

• Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
• Contractor's personnel shall be licensed to practice Radiologic Technology in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
• Be certified in general radiologic technology (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• One or more of the following: ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography (M), Vascular Interventional Radiography (IR), and or Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CIR).
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Experience with Bone Densitometry (BD)/DEXA examinations on the lumbar spine, hips and forearms.
• Previous experience with the VA is a plus

If selected, candidates will need to complete credentialing and onboarding requirements consistent with VA medical staff processes.

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?

We offer outstanding benefits, including health, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week regularly are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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