Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Job TitleDiagnostic Radiologic TechnologistDutiesThe Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist must be qualified to provide independent services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services with only occasional oversight or direction for highly complex issues. The incumbent will also provide optimum patient care to the veterans while they are in the care of the technologist. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:Assist the radiologist in the performance of fluoroscopic procedures such as GI studies, barium and air contrast enemas, different types of cystography, MSK procedures, LP's, and myelograms.Perform procedures of the head, trunk, spine, and extremities for diagnosis of trauma and illness.Properly expose radiographs and ensure that automatic and digital processors are working properly. The incumbent is responsible for his/her own quality control as well as lower grade technologists, HPT's, and new technologists in training.Maintain required records for each patient. This includes registering each patient and procedure and status tracking upon completion of each examination. Incumbent is also responsible for documentation in the patient's chart of any pertinent information, dose and time of fluoroscopic procedures, and any medications injected during a procedure.Perform a variety of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures in a mobile capacity. Incumbent will be working with heavy, mobile, highly sophisticated equipment which must be moved during the examination and/or procedure. Sterile field must be maintained at all times.Be efficient in their examinations. The incumbent will be versatile in the types of surgeries performed and knowledgeable in what positions and images are expected of them in these situations.Prepare the exam room for each procedure and ensure that all supplies are available, clean, and not expired. This includes sterile supplies, contrast media, other medications, catheters, gloves, and other miscellaneous items possibly needed for the examination or procedure.Make any necessary adjustments to the X-ray equipment, operate all general radiographic equipment appropriately, and carry out procedures for testing quality assurance.Understand the principles of digital radiography and apply that knowledge to produce diagnostic quality films. The incumbent will understand the influence of technique, collimation, positioning, AEC selection, and other applicable settings have on image quality.Teach/train clinical students and HPTs to do assigned duties within the Imaging Services. They will instruct them in the routine of helping within department flow, stocking rooms, and other miscellaneous errands pertinent to the department.Work ScheduleMonday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. Rotating weekends and holidays.BenefitsCompetitive salary and regular salary increases.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).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.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.Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).Functional Statement62858F