USAJOBS - Job Announcement
Skip to main content An official website of the United States government Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Lock A locked padlock or https means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official secure websites.
MENU Sign in NEW My jobs Profile Resumes & documents Search preferences Notifications NEW Sign out My jobs Profile Resumes & documents Notifications NEW Search preferences Sign out Events Help Center Search Back to results Apply Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - MRI Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Health Administration Apply Print Save
Summary
This job is open to Duties Requirements How you will be evaluated Required documents How to apply
Summary
The technologist must be competent in the production use recognition and analysis of images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The Technologist is regarded as the expert source and the interpreting radiologist relies heavily on the skills knowledge and abilities to provide a final interpretation. The technologist requires knowledge of image acquisition in MRI and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems PACS and is able to carry out hisher assignment independently.
Overview
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 12112025 to 09302026 Salary 83784 to - 108917 per year Pay scale & grade GS 9 Location 1 vacancy in the following location Lexington KY 1 vacancy Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted Promotion potential None Job family Series 0647 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NSLow Risk Trust determination process Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number CBTG-12848980-26-AS Control number 852187600
Duties
Independently performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI and Magnetic Resonance Angiography MRA of the head neck spine chest body and extremities. These exams are performed with and without use of contrast materials. Evaluates critical and emergency procedures and rearranges schedule to accommodate the situation. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies so that proper diagnosis and treatment may be effectuated. Duties may include but not limited to:
Employee understands and complies with the laws regulations and industry standards which apply to their job functions and performs those functions with the highest standards of business integrity. Responsible to the radiologists and supervisor for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams performed in order to assure a high level of acceptability of radiographs and reducing costs.
Schedules exams in a manner to optimize procedural scan times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases. This requires the aptitude to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery etc.
Confers with radiologists to determine requirement of nonstandard exams that do not conform to established standard protocols. Determines technical factors positioning etc. to produce a high-quality diagnostic study. Notifies the physician of scans requiring their immediate attention.
Performs routine and advanced neurological and angiographic studies of the head neck spine chest body and extremities utilizing highly sophisticated x-ray equipment such as the MRI unit patient monitors PACS etc. to achieve a high-quality diagnostic study.
Works with the radiologist andor other healthcare professional as a member of the radiographic team with the responsibility for anticipating technique factor difficulties preparation of contrast etc. Must assist and anticipate the needs of the professional staff during the performance of the exam. Must be continuously on the alert regarding the patients condition supplies and instrument requirements to assure that all preventive measures have been taken to minimize hazards associated with the procedure. Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policitiess with emphasis on appropriate disposal of sharps proper attire hand washing practices and continuing education.
Prepares contrast materials for required procedures. Improper use or administration of the contrast materials runs the risk of patient mortality. Therefore it is essential that those who prepare and administer contrast materials possess a thorough understanding of its usage and contraindications. This requires continual alertness to the patients condition and other disorders. The alertness is essential for the recognition of potential patient reactions. Reactions require an immediate response to minimize harm and ensure patient safety. Therefore CPR certification and demonstrated venipuncture competency is a requirement for this position.
Practices radiation safety ALARA to reduce exposure to the patients employee staff and others. Reducing exposure time increasing distance and utilizing shielding i.e. lead aprons lead gloves lead shields lead lined walls and collimation will ensure compliance and minimize radiation exposure. Responsible for wearing film badges in compliance with radiation regulations.
Performs advanced image manipulations on workstations as directed by the radiologist healthcare professional or standard operation protocol.
Maintains accurate records and files of exams performed on patients. This includes maintenance of patient registration and editing of patient exams documentation within the radiographic modality Vista CPRS i.e. electronic educational progress notes etc. and other required quality assurance records.
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 12311959.
Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
Subject to backgroundsecurity investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements httpswww.uscis.govi-9-centralform-i-9-acceptable-documents.
Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification 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.
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certificationlicensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements
United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology Radiography ARRT R. Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography CT magnetic resonance imaging MRI or Mammography M duties performed independently as applicable.
Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration or the equivalent in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology JRCERT or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education DOE.
Experience
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-8 directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.
Assignments All assignments above the full performance level the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope complexity difficulty and range of variety and be performed by the incumbent at least 25 of the time. Employees at this level are fully functional as an advanced DRT and carry out their assigned tasks independently. DRTs at this level may have varying assignments including special and complex imaging procedures beyond the full performance level clinical instruction and basic QM type duties within the program. Regardless of the nature of the specific assignment the work must be of sufficient scope and complexity to meet the knowledge skills and abilities to perform at this level. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record significant others and health care providers.Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.Knowledge of physical assessment aseptic techniques intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions.Knowledge of pre-procedural procedural and post-procedural care of patients.
Education
Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration or the equivalent in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology JRCERT or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education DOE.
Additional Information
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program EDRP a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval award amount up to 200000 & eligibility period one to five years are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual Vacation Leave Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate 4 6 or 8 hours per pay period which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior