Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs all general routine radiographs.
• Maintains effective supervisory control of the (Cedar Rapids) OPC Radiology area by coordinating, planning, organizing, and executing the work potential to expedite workflow patterns within the departments.
• Schedules patient for exams and maintains daily log of patients and procedures to be incorporated into statistical management workload profiles.
• Performs Quality Control procedures which may include (but not exclusively) the following: Radiographic equipment mA linearity and reproducibility, Automatic exposure control density and field sensitivity, Reproducibility and accuracy of timer and KVP stations, Lead apron radiation verification.
• Keeps abreast of technological advances in the fields of Radiology and incorporates these advances into in-service educational programs for the nursing and physician staff.
• Troubleshoot equipment used in diagnostic radiologic procedures and is able to make minor repairs and/or adjustments.
• Exercises extreme caution in the handling and safeguarding of all radiation producing equipment.
• Must recognize and report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner to service representative.
• Coordinates incoming and outgoing x-ray movements with the (Cedar Rapids) OPC and the VAMC.
• Responsible for explaining exams to competent patients in terms the patient will comprehend as well as understanding potential hazards that may occur as a result of the exam.
• May be required by procedure or patient's condition to monitor vital signs and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Receives and interprets all radiology requests. Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer.
• Registers, requests, cancels, and edits exams via the computer radiology information system (RIS).
• Compiles computer generated x-ray reports and distributes to appropriate clinics and physicians.
• Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. This is achieved by the appropriate use of lead aprons, lead gloves, lead shields, lead-lined walls, collimation, and distance management. Film badges are worn by the radiographer to assure compliance with radiation regulations and guidelines of the state.
• Coordinates all activities of the (Cedar Rapids) OPC Radiology department with Iowa City Radiology department to provide maximum patient care.
• Ability to vary tests or treatment procedures as needed to compensate for patient's individual medical conditions and body habitus.
• Implements new ideas to obtain more diagnostic results with existing Radiology equipment.
• Interviews patient obtaining pertinent medical history and precise medication usage as it pertains to the cardiac system.
• Explain to competent patients the rationale of procedures and instructions on how to complete the procedure.
• Schedules patients for radiology exams at the (Cedar Rapids) OPC and the VAMC.
• Coordinates all activities of the (Cedar Rapids) OPC Radiology Department with the VAMC Radiology Department.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized

EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more

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 Authorized

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

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Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized