Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

<p>The incumbent serves in an advanced developmental capacity at the full performance level. Executing a substantially full range of duties in general radiology. Work is primarily performed in the general radiology Section of the Imaging Department at the Syracuse VA Medical Center.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of an Allied Health Professional The duties of the Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist include, but are not limited to: Operate imaging equipment to obtain radiography examinations of acceptable quality, utilizing the least amount of radiation to obtain quality imaging. Perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures but receive guidance and direction regarding unfamiliar or unusual situations for more complex patient issues. Receive patient and is responsible for explaining exam to competent patients in term of the patient will comprehend. Explain potential hazards that may occur and obtain consent for examinations. Receive and interpret all radiology requests for accuracy, appropriateness; date desired and maintains a thorough knowledge of the ordering process in CPRS. Perform and complete imaging studies within the established guidelines. Operate and maximize utilization of all equipment. Coordinate examinations that require radiologist direction around physician availability, maximizing exam room effectiveness. Optimize scan times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases. Work with staff to ensure timely accomplishment of assigned workload, making day-to-day adjustments in accordance with the established priorities and additional assignments. Apply Infection Control practices and procedures for patients and staff as mandated by Medical Center and Radiology service Infection Control policies. Maintain adequate supplies and pharmaceuticals used in the department. Perform minor equipment adjustments, repairs and exercises care in the handling and safeguarding of all equipment. Comply with all safety/fire prevention rules/regulations, using protective equipment when required and provided. Maintain electronic records and files of exams performed on patients. Recognize the technical adequacy of the digital image and has the ability to adjust the image quality in the digital system. Perform other assigned duties. Work Schedule: Full-Time, 4:00pm to 12:00am, Monday - Friday (Rotating Weekends & Holidays) Pay: Competitive salary & regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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 #: 21R56A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</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 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 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/.