Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)- Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) Technologist

Marion, IL · full time · Lead / Staff / Principal

$85,466 – $111,112

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This role blends CT scanning with PACS and imaging IT infrastructure, making the incumbent the technical architect and troubleshooter for the hospital's digital imaging systems and informatics workflows. It suits experienced radiologic technologists who want to move from the scanner into systems administration, leadership, and problem-solving across enterprise-scale imaging platforms.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

What they ask for

Required

ARRT certification in general radiography
ARRT advanced certification in Computed Tomography
24-month post-secondary diagnostic radiologic technology program or equivalent
At least one year equivalent experience at next lower grade in clinical or PACS technologist role
Ability to develop methods to evaluate and monitor digital imaging and voice-recognition systems
Knowledge of contingency plans during equipment downtimes
Ability to perform as PACS system administrator with oversight of RIS links, AE titles, user creation, and access management
Knowledge of VA and national PACS, VistA Imaging, and database security guidelines
Ability to serve as liaison for Radiology with Biomedical Engineering and OI&T

Nice to have

PACS administration experience
Healthcare IT or Informatics knowledge
Radiology workflow expertise
Advanced troubleshooting skills
Project implementation experience
Data quality and quality improvement experience
Cross-functional collaboration and leadership without formal authority
Training and education experience