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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 7 days ago
On-site Syracuse, NY $74K – $96K Apply by Jun 22, 2026 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ISTJ Healthcare
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The incumbent serves in an advanced developmental capacity at the full performance level. Executing a substantially full range of duties in general radiology. Work is primarily performed in the general radiology Section of the Imaging Department at the Syracuse VA Medical Center.
What You'll Do
- →VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of an Allied Health Professional The duties of the Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist include, but are not limited to: Operate imaging equipment to obtain radiography examinations of acceptable quality, utilizing the least amount of radiation to obtain quality imaging.
- →Perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures but receive guidance and direction regarding unfamiliar or unusual situations for more complex patient issues.
- →Receive patient and is responsible for explaining exam to competent patients in term of the patient will comprehend.
- →Explain potential hazards that may occur and obtain consent for examinations.
- →Receive and interpret all radiology requests for accuracy, appropriateness; date desired and maintains a thorough knowledge of the ordering process in CPRS.
- →Perform and complete imaging studies within the established guidelines.
- →Operate and maximize utilization of all equipment.
- →Coordinate examinations that require radiologist direction around physician availability, maximizing exam room effectiveness.
- →Optimize scan times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
- →Work with staff to ensure timely accomplishment of assigned workload, making day-to-day adjustments in accordance with the established priorities and additional assignments.
- →Apply Infection Control practices and procedures for patients and staff as mandated by Medical Center and Radiology service Infection Control policies.
- →Maintain adequate supplies and pharmaceuticals used in the department.
- →Perform minor equipment adjustments, repairs and exercises care in the handling and safeguarding of all equipment.
- →Comply with all safety/fire prevention rules/regulations, using protective equipment when required and provided.
Requirements
- ✓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.
- ✓Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
- ✓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 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
Personality Fit
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