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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 5 days ago
On-site Fredericksburg, VA $93K – $121K Apply by Sep 18, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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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.
What You'll Do
- →VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional 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 sufficientquantities 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 performing 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 Technologists in training and/or students.
- →Performs other duties as assigned.
- →Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job.
- ✓To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
- ✓In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment.
- ✓The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the 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 evaluation/examination.
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