Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Summary The Lead DRT position is located in Radiology at the Columbus VA Ambulatory Care Center and is directly supervised by Radiology Supervisor. The technologist leads a team of Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists (Multi- Modality) and performs technical work in support of MRI, Computed Axial Tomography (CT) and as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT). Supports radiologists or other medical officers to produce diagnostic imaging studies used to diagnose medical conditions. Responsibilities Lead DRT Functions: Directs on the job training for employees Leads team of Multi-Modality technologists who perform MRI, CT and general radiography Evaluates work performance of lower level employees and recommend performance ratings to Supervisor Has skill in technical planning and oversight to set and adjust work priorities and ensure work requirements are met based on employee capabilities Provides age appropriate care Maintains knowledge of medical center, VHA, and government-wide human resources management regulations, policies, and procedures. Reviews and enforces standards as set by The Joint Commission Subject manner expert in meetings with service leaders Represent the Service in higher level facility meetings when Supervisors are not available- EHRM expert and point of contact for Service MRI Functions: The incumbent's principal responsibilities are to perform MRI procedures for the patients of this ambulatory care center. Maintain the cleanliness of his/her assigned work area, maintain necessary supplies in the work area; report shortages to supervisor, as well as equipment failure. In the absence of the supervisor, contact Biomedical Engineering or the service vendor to arrange for service. Responsible for recognizing and exhibiting good safety practices; comply with published and communicated safety procedures; immediately report observed safety infractions and unsafe working conditions; to report in a timely fashion work related illnesses and injuries.- Interpret requests or instructions from radiologist or medical ordering providers. Independently interpret and carry out the requests made by physicians. Prepare room, equipment and material needed for patient procedures. Properly identifies the patient and the image; use left and right markers essential so that mistaken identity does not occur. The technologist must follow local patient identifier procedures. Prepare contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist. Follow prescribed protocols required to perform procedures. Administer contrast material, under the direction of the radiologist, according to protocols. Observe patients during procedures and report complications or unusual events. Perform computer work and required forms associated with patient exams, credit of patient visits, complications and/or quality improvement activities of the Radiology Department. Check and make minor adjustments to equipment such as setting wedges or changing adjusters. CT Functions Perform CT scans for the patients of this ambulatory care center. Examinations include, but are not limited to, CT examinations of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, head, extremities, neck, etc. The incumbent will also assist the radiologist in performing interventional procedures under CT guidance. Interprets requests or instructions from radiologist or medical officers. Independently interprets and carries out the requests made by physicians. Explains procedures, positions patients for desired results, and cushions and shields patients as appropriate. Prepare room, equipment and materials needed for patient procedures. Properly identifies the patient and the image. Uses left and right markers. This is essential so that mistaken identity does not occur. The technologist must be certain that the patient ID band and the request are identical. VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more 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) Functional Statement #: 91749-0 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. 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: 2026-02-26