Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)

Diagnostic Radiologic TechnologistThis position is located in Medical Imaging Service, Boise VA Medical Center, Boise, ID.Determines technical factors, positioning, number and thickness of scans, etc., to produce and satisfy requirements of CT scanning.Advises radiologists or referring physicians of examination results.Notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention.Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT and other exams.Completes mandatory training to start IVs for administration of intravenous contrast material.Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. This is achieved by the use of lead aprons, lead gloves, lead shields, lead lined walls and collimation. Film badges are worn by the technologists in compliance with radiation regulations.Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure.Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. This includes registration and editing of patient exams in the computerized information system.Properly identifies patient images. This is essential so that mistaken identity of patient images does not occur. The technologist must be certain that the patient I.D. band and the request are identical. Confirms patient identity by verbally confirming patient name and social security number.Responsible to explain exams and consent patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible.Meets the needs of customers while supporting VA missions.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pmRelocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized for highly qualified candidatesPermanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not AuthorizedEDRP: AuthorizedPay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases.Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Telework: Not AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized