Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures including routine exams, portable radiography, and fluoroscopy for inpatient, outpatient, and Emergency Department patients.

Properly marks all images with approved anatomical lead markers prior to exposure to maintain accuracy and compliance with VA imaging standards.

Prioritizes patient care based on clinical severity to ensure timely imaging for urgent and emergent cases in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Ensures correct patient identification and verifies all imaging orders; resolves discrepancies when patient information does not match the requested exam.

Accurately positions patients, selects appropriate technical factors, and adheres to ALARA principles and radiation safety guidelines.

Sends, verifies, and manages images in the PACS system; performs accurate case editing and ensures correct encounter association.

Transmits imaging studies to teleradiology services after hours for STAT interpretation to support timely clinical decision-making.

Participates in on-call duties, holiday rotations, and mandated overtime as required to support continuous departmental operations.

Communicates effectively with radiologists, residents, nurses, technologists, and other clinical staff to maintain efficient workflow.

Provides excellent customer service by assisting patients respectfully and professionally.

Functions as a collaborative team member and adapts to changing workload demands.

Knowledge of radiographic techniques, imaging equipment, PACS, electronic medical records, and teleradiology workflows.

Ability to prioritize tasks, respond to emergent situations, and work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.

Work Schedule: Various work schedules available (examples: 9a-5:30p M-F, 1:30p-midnight Th/F/Sa/Su, 8 am - 4:30 pm, with rotating On-Call and Holidays)

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized.

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

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Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized