Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Digital Radiography Technologist

DRTs perform procedures and examinations in hospitals or clinics under the direction of radiologist and other medical officers. The objective of the examinations and procedures is to produce radiographic studies that are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by medical officers to locate injuries, foreign bodies, pathological conditions, or lesions within the body. All DRTs must be knowledgeable in digital radiology (DR) and picture archiving and communications systems (PACS). The incumbent will be required to provide support to PACS staff to maintain operation of mission critical systems and devices. The work involves devising means to maintain continuity of workflow through normal and degraded system conditions; resolving common and unusual operating problems; ensuring that communications are operational for all sites; and working with specialists to develop appropriate operational procedures for new and revised processing and systems software requirements. The incumbent assists with troubleshooting problems, issues or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imaging system; The incumbent should have knowledge of all Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and VA standards regarding radiology quality assurance and other technical functions. The incumbent will provide support and education for the transition from legacy systems to the new Electronic Health Record, specializing in radiology informatics specific operations, radiology department ADPAC duties, and tracking and analyzing associated quality management tasks.

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

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized