Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Interventional Radiology)

<p>The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Interventional Radiology (IR) serves as the lead technologist for the IR section and is responsible for coordinating day-to-day technical and workflow activities within the assigned area.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (IR) works closely with technologists, radiologists, nursing staff, clinicians, clerical staff, Biomedical Engineering, Logistics, and service leadership to promote efficient operations, high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, patient safety, and patient satisfaction. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Functions as the lead technologist for a group of Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists and related staff assigned to the Interventional Radiology section. Provides day-to-day coordination of work while remaining accountable to the next higher-level supervisor. Provides technical guidance and workflow coordination for IR operations, assists with prioritization of work, monitors status and progress of assignments, and communicates operational concerns, barriers, and recommended adjustments to the supervisor. Performs complex Interventional Radiology procedures and provides lead guidance to staff in technical operations, workflow coordination, training support, equipment readiness, supply oversight, and quality practices. Demonstrates skill and advanced knowledge of sterile technique, contrast media use and safety, radiation protection, image acquisition, anatomy, physiology, vascular and non-vascular interventional procedures, and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS). Performs a full range of interventional radiology procedures on inpatients and outpatients, including emergency patients, in the Imaging Service and other approved patient care areas as required. Assists radiologists, vascular surgeons, and other privileged providers during interventional and special procedures and anticipates procedural needs to support safe, efficient, and effective patient care. Performs complex interventional studies using highly specialized imaging equipment, including fluoroscopy systems, pressure injectors, patient monitoring equipment, advanced workstations, and related IR technology. Practices and reinforces sterile techniques, infection control standards, sharps safety, and other procedural safety requirements to minimize risk to patients and staff. Prepares, handles, and supports administration of contrast materials in accordance with policy, provider direction, and patient safety requirements. Maintains awareness of potential contrast reactions and patient condition during procedures. Performs peripheral intravenous access associated with imaging procedures when required by assignment, training, and policy. Coordinates room readiness and supply availability for IR procedures and ensures that adequate quantities of routine, emergent, implantable, and specialty supplies are available to meet workload demands. Monitors supply levels, removes outdated or expired items, supports product standardization, and works with Logistics, Prosthetics, vendors, and leadership regarding inventory, implants, consignment items, and related supply issues. Performs other related duties/responsibilities as listed in functional statement. VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 7:00am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday (Compressed schedule 4 days per week) Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and 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: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 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 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/.