Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Computed ...

Summary The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist performs imaging studies utilizing DR, Fluoroscopy, and CT modalities. No less than 25% of imaging will be performed in the CT modality as an advanced DRT. Responsibilities VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: Duties may include: Receives requests or instruction for procedures. Interprets requests or instruction from Radiologist, lead Technologist, or medical officers. Performs as Technologist in charge on less demanding shifts. Receives assignments for a variety of difficult examinations. Independently interprets and carries out the requests made by physicians. Supervision is often administrative and employee must contact radiologist or supervisory/lead technologist for instructions. Employee understands and carries out the requests made by physicians or seeks assistance of the supervisor or a higher graded technologist when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is required. Operates Radiology Equipment. Operates digital radiography, fluoroscopy, as well as CT equipment. Determines technical factors (i.e., calculates the correct exposure factors of time, distance, kilovoltage, and milliamperage), sets controls and operates equipment ensuring that the portion of the body specified receives the correct calculated exposure. Selects and sets technical factors for very difficult radiographic examinations. Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary for requested procedures. Is knowledgeable about dose reduction and applies such techniques in consultation with the Supervising Technologist and Radiologist when performing CT exams. Independently makes routine radiographic examinations of head, trunk, and extremities for diagnosis of illness or injuries. Uses DR equipment and maintains supplies. Cleans equipment and area after use. Performs routine QC and equipment calibration and recognizes and reports malfunctioning equipment to ensure repair. Reviews CT/DR images and transfers images to PACS. Cases out studies in VISTA and QAs in PACS so exams are complete and able to be reported by Radiologists. 4. Uses power injector for contrast enhanced CT procedures. As a team member with a Radiologist, performs procedures such as gastrointenstinal and urologic procedures. Sets up the fluoroscopy/procedure/CT room as indicated. Assures that sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment are present and laid out. Registers patients for examinations and updates status as necessary. Performs any clerical duties as they relate to patient care within the section as needed. Performs picture archival duties. The Technologist captures images via DR and CT, applies any required algorithms and post-processing, configures the image and verifies patient information before transmitting them to the picture archive system. This procedure requires the technologist to have a general knowledge of computer operations. Image manipulation and transmission is critical in computerized tomography. Lost data can only be recaptured by repeating the (scan). On call duties (if applicable): Technologist on-call to provide emergency coverage for X-ray and/or CT up to 24 hours per day. Requires the Technologist to be available to be on site within 60 minutes from receipt of the call so that proper and effective emergency care can be provided for the patient. Technologist (DRT) may be required to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations, and/or CT. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30pm , on-call Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). 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 #: 512-24163-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-02-09