Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)

Veterans Health Administration • Boise, ID

23h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Medical Imaging Service at the Boise VA Medical Center in Boise, Idaho. The Lead Computed Tomography (CT) Radiologic Technologist reports to the Chief Technologist of Medical Imaging and directly supervises CT radiologic technologists within the CT section. The role coordinates CT department operations, ensures the quality and transmission of imaging studies, supports patient care, and helps implement departmental and medical center policies and process improvements.

The position requires general radiologic technology certification and advanced CT certification for independent CT assignments. Candidates must have completed an accredited post-high-school diagnostic radiologic technology program of at least 24 months and have at least one year of directly related experience at the next lower grade level. Preferred experience is one year in CT.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Telework and virtual work are not available. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship, subject to the stated exception for non-citizens when qualified candidates cannot be recruited under VA policy.
• Certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
• Advanced ARRT certification in CT is required for assignments involving independent CT duties.
• Completion of a full-time diagnostic radiologic technology training program of at least 24 months, or equivalent, after high school, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree and accredited by JRCERT or another recognized accreditor.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, directly related to the position.
• Ability to provide a supervisor feedback on technical aspects of work.
• Ability to resolve informal employee complaints.
• Ability to monitor and report work status and progress, and adjust work to meet workload requirements under established procedures.
• Ability to perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced, complex treatment situations.
• Must meet applicable pre-employment conditions, including drug testing, background/security investigation, onboarding requirements, and seasonal influenza vaccination.
• Must serve a one- or two-year trial period.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in Computed Tomography (CT).
• CT certification.

Responsibilities

• Work harmoniously with management, support operations, and promote cohesive teamwork toward positive goals.
• Review diagnostic CT studies for accuracy, completeness, and technical quality.
• Coordinate patient flow through the CT department by assigning work efficiently and maximizing staff and equipment utilization.
• Expedite examinations for acutely ill patients by coordinating with CT staff, nursing, and radiologists.
• Work with other services, including the operating room, emergency room, and intensive care units, to meet their CT imaging needs.
• Perform CT procedures when staffing requires it to prevent delays or interruptions in patient care.
• Oversee image acquisition and transmission to ensure CT images are sent to the PACS system.
• Participate in process improvement activities, including monitoring, reporting, and planning.
• Practice hospital safety, infection control, and universal precautions, and oversee CT safety in accordance with regulations and departmental guidelines.
• Assess and review requisitions with clerical staff and technologists, and communicate with requesting healthcare providers and radiologists about requests when necessary.
• Directly supervise CT radiologic technologists in the CT section.
• Oversee and coordinate student educational experiences in the CT department as directed.
• Assist in initiating and implementing changes to CT patient-care delivery methods.
• Implement departmental and medical center policies and procedures.
• Communicate the service's goals and mission to supervised employees through communication, example, and attitude.
• Ensure division activities meet department goals in a timely manner.
• Coordinate shift coverage to ensure all tours are covered with adequate staffing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
• 37–50 days of annual paid time off per year, including 13–26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid federal holidays.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment, in connection with birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
• Eligible full-time employees may receive a childcare subsidy after 60 days of employment, subject to income and other eligibility limits.
• Traditional federal pension with five-year vesting and a federal 401(k) with up to 5% in VA contributions.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance; many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement.
• Recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree