Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

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Diagnostic radiologic technologists perform procedures and examinations in the Radiology service inpatient floors or clinics under the direction of radiologists 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. They prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with State and Federal regulations.

Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include but are not limited to:

• Primarily performs complicated radiographic examinations. Receives patients explains method of procedure positions patient selects and sets technical factors sets up and adjust accessory equipment required makes exposures necessary for the requested examination and archives images.
• Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions such as IVP cystogram cholangiograms fistulagrams and arthrography; and for the purpose of performing oral and rectal exams of the GI tract. (In the case of injected media a patient consent form must be obtained when indicated.)
• Performs all routine examinations such as head chest extremities abdominal studies fluoroscopy c-arm and bone densitometry. Utilizes safe working practices and good judgment when lifting patients or supplies that may require assistance to avoid unnecessary injury.
• Utilizes quality control techniques and assures that examinations performed are properly archived. Monitors all radiology equipment for proper operation makes minor adjustments on the spot and reports malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Maintains records of patients examined examinations performed views taken and technical factors used. Assures that images are properly archived into PACS. Understands the importance of complete and accurate statistical input into the department collection of information for strategic planning.
• Participates in on-the-job training of radiologic technologist trainees who are assigned to the VA through the affiliated teaching programs. Keeps work areas clean and orderly stocks rooms with supplies exhibits a professional appearance in dress and work habits.
• Maintains current knowledge of new developments in the field of Allied Health Sciences as related to Radiologic Technology.
• Utilizes time efficiently to perform the required number of procedures and decrease wait time of the patient without compromising quality standards
• Responsible for explaining exams to competent patients in terms that patient will comprehend as well as understanding potential hazards that may occur because of the exam. May be required by procedure or patients condition to monitor vital signs recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients staff and self. This is achieved using lead aprons lead gloves lead shields lead lined walls and collimation. Film badges are worn by the technicians in compliance with radiation regulations. The incumbent must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the Medical Center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed.

• 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 drivers 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 Required Documents section of this announcement.

• 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.

***This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 302026 The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be May 1st 2026 with subsequent cut-off dates every other Friday following. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.***Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement.

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement.

Basic Requirements. To qualify for appointment to this position all applicants must possess the following:

• Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States
• Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology Radiography (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or Mammography (M) duties performed independently as applicable. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated modalities that require advanced certification to support their continued development technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist.
• Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE).
• Credentialing Standards. Public Law 97-35 the Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75 Standards for the Accreditation of Educational Programs and the Credentialing of Radiographic Personnel. Essentially they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation and is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and be certified as radiographers in their field.
• Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain certification within two years or who fails to maintain the required certification must be removed from the occupation which may also result in termination of employment.
• English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).

• Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.

1. Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines.
2. Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to make adjustments as needed.
3. Knowledge of patients clinical record diagnosis and laboratory results.
4. Ability to monitor patients physiologic changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist informed.
5. Skill in using tact diplomacy and courtesy in dealings with the customer base patients staff family visitors and volunteers.
6. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and cross-sectional anatomy recognizing unusual images and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest.