Job at a glance
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists (DRTs) at this level are fully functional as an advanced DRT and carry out their assigned tasks independently. DRTs at this level complete special and complex imaging procedures beyond the full performance level, provide clinical instruction, and perform basic quality management. Major duties: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT): Performs computed tomography (CT) scans Utilizes superconducting magnets for medical medical imaging.
Utilizes contrast media, power injectors, and PACS. Balances the needs of patients and staff while performing complex scans and procedures Gathers relevant information from medical records, significant others, and health care providers Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedures Performs first aid and basic life support procedures as they relate to radiography Checks system for operation and assesses acceptable performance based on established guidelines Monitors patient's clinical record, diagnosis, and laboratory results Monitors patient's psychologic changes during the procedure to keep the radiologist informed Utilizes tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with the customer base, staff, family, visitors, and volunteers.
Recognizes unusual images and determines proper positioning to best demonstrated areas of interest Determines technical adequacy of digital images, adjusts the image quality in the digital system, as needed Follows radiation protection standards Utilizes minimum radiographic exposure techniques, appropriate beam limitation to anatomical area, and employs lead shielding, when performing standard radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
Utilizes computed radiography, CR readers and digital imaging systems Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 #: 55659-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements: 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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification 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 "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Education: Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. NOTE: If your school has changed names, or is no longer in existence, you must provide this information in your application. NOTE: If your school was accredited by JRCERT Find a Program - JRCERT or a body that is recognized by the US Department of Education https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home at the time of graduation but is no longer listed on the websites, you must provide documentation of accreditation with your application packet.