Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - General Radiology

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) at this level serves at the full performance level. The DRT is qualified to independently provide services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services, with only occasional oversight or direction for highly complex issues. The DRT will be assigned to the Golden VA CBOC in Golden, CO. The DRT will be available to work various tours and on-call status as deemed necessary.

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to: Shall perform routine diagnostic radiographic examinations of the head, cervical/thoracic/lumbar spines, abdomen and extremities in the General Radiology department. Employee independently performs special and more complex procedures to include long bone surveys and scoliosis studies. Consult with radiologists for determination of non-standard exams; determines technical factors, positioning, and sets the equipment to obtain quality radiographic images. Perform radiograph exams utilizing standard protocols and ensuring review of medical history to ensure appropriate exams are achieved. Explain exams and/or procedures to the patient in a way that can be understood. Properly record pertinent information from the patient to assist the radiologist's dictation. Correctly identify patient images and anatomical markers to avoid mistaken identity or incorrect dictations. 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. Practice 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). Will liaise directly with other services to troubleshoot. Inspects radiographic equipment, performs daily warm up procedures, and conducts Quality Control (QC) tests to ensure equipment is functioning properly. Performs more 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. Following ROI and HIPAA guidelines, properly labels envelopes and CD mailers to ensure proper handling and delivery to veterans. DRT shall ensure department security is upheld; physical security includes locking doors when applicable and security of patient information to prevent HIPAA violations. DRT maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed. Assist with radiology student preceptor duties and sign-off on completed exams. Utilizes proper housekeeping of all exposure rooms; removes clutter, stores peripheral components of the radiographic machine properly, and maintains a high level of cleanliness by using the approved solutions/wipes per manufacturer and facility guidelines. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday. Specific work hours will be determined upon selection. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (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: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 554-61198-0 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 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.