Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

This position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Eastern Region, Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN 4), Philadelphia, PA. The work involves the operation of radiologic equipment in a hospital or clinic environment as part of the diagnostic plan for veterans. Note: This is an Open Continuous Announcement and applicants will be reviewed until position is filled.

Performs routine to moderately complex radiographic examination procedures. These exams are achieved by using diagnostic x-ray equipment such as fluoroscopic units, and general diagnostic units. Functions include and not limited to the following: Assists radiologists in the less complex fluoroscopic examinations. 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. Responsible to the radiologists and supervisor for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams performed in order ta assure a high level of acceptability of radiographic images while minimizing patient dosage. Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patient, staff and self. This is achieved using lead aprons, lead gloves, lead shields, lead-lines walls and collimation and following ALARA. Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. Edits and when necessary registers patients in the computerized Radiology Information System (RIS) as well as the work list management portion of the HIS-RIS interface. Properly identifies the patient and the image. Uses left and right markers. This is essential so that mistaken identity does not occur. Responsible to explain exams to competent patients so that the patient understands what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible. Performs radiographic exams at the bedside and in the operating rooms providing diagnostic images to the surgeons and professional staff on patients that are unable to be imaged in the Radiology Service due to incapacity or in a surgical setting. Responsible for cleanliness and stocking adequate levels of supplies in assigned areas. Due to technical demands and nature of the studies performed, the incumbent will be required to provide technical emergency coverage after normal duty hours for Diagnostic Radiology section of Imaging services. Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 10:30am - 7:00pm with Holidays and Call Coverage. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

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.