Diagnostic Radiologic Technician

<p>Performs the full spectrum of radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations. Receives patients, explains method of procedure, and obtains signed consents for examinations with contrast media. The incumbent is responsible for proper positioning of patients. Prior to exposure selects and sets technical factors. Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary for the requested procedures.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Functions or Scope of Assigned Duties Performs procedures such as fluoroscopy, gastrointestinal exams, tomography, ERCP, myelography, fluoroscopic guided, interventional procedures, portable radiography, digital radiography, and operating room radiography. Supports radiologists and clinicians in the performance of these exams; anticipates imaging, and equipment needs before and during the procedure, follows the progress of the procedure and facilitates an efficient flow. Performs examinations of head, trunk, and extremities for routine physical examinations and for diagnosis of illness or injuries of accident victims. Performs radiographic procedures using proper exposure techniques, including manual and auto-timed exposures. These exams are performed using exposure tables, buckies, collimators, filters, and other technical aids to produce radiographic images of diagnostic quality with minimal retakes. Performs procedures using digital diagnostic units that provide fully integrated digital Bucky systems for routine skeletal diagnostics. These systems institute another step in a cassette-less environment. Digital technology unites the high ergonomics of Bucky technology and state-of-the-art detectors in imaging processing. Performs quality control of the images, assessing proper exposure, positioning, and annotation. Apply DR post-processing techniques such as window and leveling, edge enhancement, brightness and annotation corrections as necessary before routing images to the PACS system, printer, workstation or archive. Monitors the examination by checking the computation, performance, and results of the selected parameters to obtain the best diagnostic computer-generated data and images. Monitors the patient's physical condition. Reviews requests for appropriateness before performing exams. Incumbent uses appropriateness criteria, the clinical history provided on the request, interviews the patient, reviews the patient chart or contacts the ordering clinician as needed for clarification. Presents discrepant or deficient indications to the supervisory technologist or radiologist as appropriate. Sets up the x-ray room assuring sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment are present and laid out. Prepares and administers contrast material orally, by enema, or intravenously under radiologist supervision. Monitors patient's vital signs during these examinations and initiates the appropriate response for varying levels of adverse contrast reactions. Positions patient according to type of study, considering patient's physical characteristics, as well as patient's comfort and or ability. Identifies trauma patients and uses appropriate modifications in imaging techniques and employs proper precautions to assure patient safety and comfort. Reviews labs, medical history of patient for indications of his/her ability to tolerate the exam and for possible side effects. Completes all required documentation in CPRS, i.e. Time-out. Processes exposed radiographs. Operates state of the art hi-tech computerized diagnostic fluoro equipment, automated developing film systems, and computerized record systems. Film badge must be worn when on duty and left in the department when off duty or on leave. Change film badge once a month. Adhere to the medical center protective equipment policy for fluoroscopic and other ionizing radiation exposure. Wear lead aprons when helping radiologists in fluoroscopy, holding patients or doing exams involving x-rays that the technologist cannot be six feet away from source. Provide radiation shielding for patients whenever possible. Doors to the x-ray rooms must be kept closed during x-ray exposure. The technologist properly identifies radiographs/images with patient's full name and social security number. Properly mark radiographs/images with right or left markers, so as not obscure anatomic detail: technologist's number of initials, date and time completed, indicating supine, erect or decubitus view. The case number must be present on all films/images. Status tracking of patients must be done for each exam. Status tracking must be completed on the computer before advancing to the next exam. Supports CPT coding compliance; utilizes appropriate CPT codes for the exams performed. Send images to PACS; ensure images are transmitted successfully. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 08:30A-5:00P M-F; 08:00A-4:30P M-F</p><h3>Requirements</h3>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. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. 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.<h3>Education</h3>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/.