Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) at this level are fully functional and can carry out assigned tasks independently. This DRT functions as a lead for a group of DRT's at the full performance level and below, providing input on performance, resolving daily workplace issues, and ensuring efficient workflow in general radiology. The DRT will be available to work various tours and cover on-call duties.

Major Duties Include, but are not limited to: Provide services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services. Perform standard and complex imaging protocols using advanced high cost/high technology equipment and perform portable radiographic exams at the bedside and operating rooms, as well as operate C-arm and O-arm units in the operating room, GI lab, Pain Clinic, and other authorized areas. Perform routine diagnostic radiographic examinations of the head, cervical/thoracic/lumbar spines, chest, abdomen, and extremities. The DRT shall also perform special and more complex exams including long bone surveys, scoliosis exams, and fluoroscopy. Performs special and more complex procedures to include long bone surveys, scoliosis studies and bone densitometry or dual-energy absorptiometry procedures of the hip, spine, and peripheral tests of the fingers, hands, forearms, and/or feet to measure and assess bone loss. Perform Lateral Vertebral Assessment (LVA) when utilizing DEXA scan to screen for vertebral fractures. Expertly comprehend and set DEXA machines and special software that computes and displays the bone density measurements on a computer monitor. Work independently at various tours of duty including weekends, holidays, and on-call duties as needed. Assists Medical Support Assistants with scheduling fluoroscopy exams by tech approving orders in the scheduling package. Take into consideration room availability, procedure length, patient condition, clinical need, potential contraindications, and urgency of request. Confers with radiologists for determination of non-standard exams; determines technical factors, positioning, and sets the equipment to obtain radiographic images. Performs radiographic exams utilizing standard protocols and reading medical history to ensure proper exams are achieved. Notifies radiologist of studies requiring their immediate attention such as STAT or instrument count. Explains exams and/or procedures to the patient so the patient comprehends actions taking place. Properly records any information from the patient that might be pertinent to the radiologist when reading/dictating the exam. Ensures proper/correct patient identification is on every image. Ensures proper/correct side is marked on every image with left and right markers. Ensures all images going into PACS have the correct accession number for radiologist interpretation. Registers, requests, cancels, and edits exams through various computer programs including but not limited to: VISTA, VISTA Imaging, CPRS. Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self by following the principles of ALARA. Screens all child-bearing age patients (12-55 years old) if they are or think they may be pregnant. Ensures film badge(s) are properly worn when performing radiographic examinations. Properly uses radiographic equipment to obtain the highest image quality possible. Troubleshoots problems and reports them to their supervisor and the correct authority to fix (i.e. PACS Administrator, Maximo requests, OIT requests). Inspects radiographic equipment, performs daily warm up procedures, and conducts weekly Quality Control (QC) tests to ensure equipment is functioning properly. Proper handling of the radiographic equipment and its peripheral components to ensure longevity of operation. Performs basic and some advanced PACS procedures using various applications to ensure proper handling of image storge and dissemination to various customers to include but not limited to patients, providers, and other facilities. Following Release of Information (ROI) and HIPAA guidelines, incumbent shall follow procedures to burn exams onto a computer disc (CD) or send images through approved electronic image-sharing platform. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 554-611920 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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 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 "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.