Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)

Department of Veterans Affairs • Fredericksburg, VA

50d • Onsite

About The Position

This Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) X-Ray, position is assigned to the Fredericksburg, Virginia, Radiology Service, General Diagnostic Radiology and Mammography sections within the Central Virginia VA Healthcare System. The Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT), Mammography, employee at this level is fully functional as a DRT, in both General Diagnostic X-Ray, and Mammography sections, and carries out the assigned tasks independently.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

Performs difficult and highly specialized radiographic examinations of the breast (mammography) utilizing a variety of specialized techniques that require precise positioning and produce quality results.
Assists with and provides imaging support for breast ultrasound and several specialized procedures in breast imaging. Sets up exam room for procedures, assuring adequate and appropriate sterile supplies, special needles and other equipment are present in sufficient

quantities and are in working order.
Properly identifies patient by using full name and full social number and/or birthdate. Properly identifies patient exam by using HIS/RIS patient identification lists prior to perform an exam.
Explains procedure/exam, positions patient, selects and sets the correct technical factors, sets up and adjusts accessory equipment. Secures the confidence and cooperation of the patients during examinations and procedures. Recognizes exceptional diagnostic challenges. Tailors' exams to meet challenges, then consults radiologist for additional input. Notifies the radiologist of significant findings that require immediate attention and further visualization.
The incumbent will have administrative duties, including the performance and documentation of QC required to maintain compliance with all QC and QA requirements as per VHA policy, FDA/MQSA regulations and ACR standards in mammography. The incumbent may be required to train and/or serve as a preceptor for Radiologic Technologist in training and/or students.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs difficult and highly specialized radiographic examinations of the breast (mammography) utilizing a variety of specialized techniques that require precise positioning and produce quality results.
• Assists with and provides imaging support for breast ultrasound and several specialized procedures in breast imaging.
• Sets up exam room for procedures, assuring adequate and appropriate sterile supplies, special needles and other equipment are present in sufficient quantities and are in working order.
• Properly identifies patient by using full name and full social number and/or birthdate.
• Properly identifies patient exam by using HIS/RIS patient identification lists prior to perform an exam.
• Explains procedure/exam, positions patient, selects and sets the correct technical factors, sets up and adjusts accessory equipment.
• Secures the confidence and cooperation of the patients during examinations and procedures.
• Recognizes exceptional diagnostic challenges.
• Tailors' exams to meet challenges, then consults radiologist for additional input.
• Notifies the radiologist of significant findings that require immediate attention and further visualization.
• The incumbent will have administrative duties, including the performance and documentation of QC required to maintain compliance with all QC and QA requirements as per VHA policy, FDA/MQSA regulations and ACR standards in mammography.
• The incumbent may be required to train and/or serve as a preceptor for Radiologic Technologist in training and/or students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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)
• 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees