Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - CT

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) performs advanced general radiology and CT duties at the Syracuse VAMC. The technologist independently conducts routine and complex exams, including portable, cardiac CT, and angiographic studies; prioritizes and triages imaging requests; and resolves unusual or complex patient situations. Advanced ARRT CT certification is required. The technologist also proctors new staff, supervising and documenting CT coursework, clinical, and other training.

Functions or Scope of Assigned Duties: Perform CT procedures as the primary responsibility, approximately 80% of the time. Balance patient and staff needs while completing complex scans and procedures. Apply cross-sectional anatomy knowledge to spiral and multislice CT examinations. Perform 3-D reconstruction and other advanced CT imaging procedures. Conduct CT-guided drainages and biopsies. Perform peripheral vascular and cardiac CT examinations. Interpret imaging requests and determine appropriate examination protocols. Identify anatomical structures and assess their appearance and function on digital images. Evaluate image quality and determine whether scans are diagnostically acceptable. Tailor imaging to highlight areas of clinical interest for the physician. Perform advanced and complex CT examinations with minimal physician supervision. Establish venous access and perform venipuncture for iodinated contrast examinations. Perform general radiologic procedures approximately 20% of the time under medical direction. Conduct general X-ray, portable, fluoroscopic, pain-block, and DEXA examinations as needed. Assist with procedures in other specialty modalities when required. Prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with applicable regulations. Operate digital radiography equipment and PACS. Gather relevant patient information from medical records, patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. Help schedule examinations to maximize equipment use while accommodating emergency studies. Apply radiation-safety practices, verify patient identity, and ensure images are correctly identified. Monitor patients, determine CT technical factors and positioning, consult radiologists on nonstandard exams, and promptly report potential contraindications or abnormalities. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Weekends, 12:00am-10:00am & additional 10 hour shifts on the weekday. Compressed/Flexible: Compressed, Four - ten hour days. Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 21R81-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.

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 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.