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The Primary Purpose of the Position is to provide radiography imaging for general radiology. Performs a wide variety of diagnostic radiography exams under the direction of a physician. Operates all radiographic equipment including general diagnostic, and PACS related equipment as part of the diagnostic plan for patients in the Imaging Service. Supports Radiologists and/or other medical officers Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist perform procedures and examinations in clinics under the direction of radiologists and other medical officers. The objective of the examinations and procedures is to produce radiographic studies that are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by medical officers to locate injuries, foreign bodies, pathological conditions, or lesions within the body. All DRTs must be knowledgeable in Digital Radiography (DR) and Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS). Reviews patients' prior images to obtain additional information to optimize radiographic techniques and positioning. Utilizes the patient's chart for pertinent laboratory reports, nursing notes, etc. and interrogates the patient for symptoms and any other information that will assist in examining the patient for diagnostic purposes. Receives patients, explains methods of procedure, positions patient, selects and sets technical and computer factors, sets up and adjusts accessory equipment, i.e., O2, suction, physiological monitors, etc. Advises the radiologists of examinations progress. Notifies radiologist of significant images requiring their immediate attention and visualization while patients are undergoing examinations. Required to recognize the significance of all structures that are visualized on the monitor. Informs the radiologist concerning significant findings and observation. Checks results with the radiologist before discharging patient. Regularly assist radiologists and student technologists in the technical aspects of fluoroscopy and radiography. Processes exposed images utilizing computed radiography technique and archiving to the Picture Archive Communication System. Participates in the evaluation, analysis, and formulation of radiographic image management. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and rearranges patient priorities to accommodate them. Screens requests for proper clinical history and pertinent data. Modifies the examination to match the written clinical history when appropriate. The incumbent maintains visual and vocal contact with the patient during the examination recognizes patient distress and intervenes or contacts a physician as needed. Is cognizant of all patients in the Medical Center who are being cared for in Radiology or are waiting to return to hospital wards and who may require supervision. Processes digital images for PACS and to generate hard copies for medical-legal purposes utilizing appropriate technical factors regarding filters, edge, enhancements, algorithms, etc. Incumbent is subject to irregular tours of duty when patient caring, scheduling and/or patient convenience necessitates coverage outside of normal hours of operation. The incumbent maintains the Radiographic Suites in a clean and sanitary condition. Maintains supplies, reorders supplies when necessary and determines the need for. The incumbent maintains the Radiographic Suites in a clean and sanitary condition. Maintains supplies, reorders supplies when necessary and determines the need for Other Duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm or 7:30am-4:00pm with Rotating On-Call and Holiday Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May be authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. 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 #: 0000 VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional