Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Duties include but are not limited to:

• Reviews patients' prior images to obtain additional information to optimize radiographic techniques and positioning. Receives patients, explains methods of procedure, positions patient, selects and sets technical and computer factors, sets up and adjusts accessory equipment, i.e., O2, suction, physiological monitors, etc. Follows the appropriate protocol and parameters necessary for the required procedure and make exposures to record diagnostic images. While working in each area of Radiology Service, the employee will participate in all aspects of the medical center's mission, including clinical service, education as needed. The employee will also assist the management team with the collection of statistical data needed to monitor pending studies to maintain adequate workflow.
• Advises the radiologists of examinations' progress. Notifies radiologist of significant images requiring their immediate attention and visualization while patients are undergoing examinations. Converses with radiologist to establish requirements for nonstandard examinations. Knows and understands the principles of radiography. Observes the patient for possible adverse reaction and notifies the radiologist if such a reaction occurs.
• Incumbent has a thorough knowledge of both normal and abnormal human anatomy. Performs bedside examinations on the medical unit, intensive care units. Required to recognize the significance of all structures that are always visualized on the monitor. Informs the radiologist concerning significant findings and observation. Checks results with the radiologist before discharging patient.
• Regularly assist radiologists in the technical facets of fluoroscopy and radiography.
• Processes exposed images utilizing computed radiography technique and archiving to the Picture Archive Communication System. Participates in the evaluation, analysis, and formulation of radiographic image management.
• Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and rearranges patient priorities to accommodate them. Maintains records of patients treated, examinations performed, types of images taken and record of images in the Picture Archive Communications System, etc.
• Archives studies and keeps records of examinations photographed and archived.
• The incumbent maintains the Radiographic Suites in a clean and sanitary condition. Maintains necessary supplies and determines the need for new or different supplies. Maintains appropriate paperwork for record tracking of examination reports.
• As required, technologist may be called back to duty under emergent or special need situations. During these periods, no immediate supervisor is available, and he/she must be responsible for any contingencies that may arise in Radiology Service.
• Incumbent is subject to irregular tours of duty when patient caring, scheduling and/or patient convenience necessitates coverage outside of normal hours of operation. Employee will be given a minimum notice of two weeks prior to tour of duty changes.
• On a regular recurring basis, technologist instructs student technologists on all aspects of radiology technology.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized

Pay: 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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.

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 $416.66

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 53104-F, 53105-F, 53106-F, 53107-F

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

US Department of Veterans Affairs