Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

The Lead Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) operates highly complex computerized x-ray equipment to acquire images of the human anatomy used in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders. Routine examinations include but are not limited to CT scans of the skull, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, spine, extremities, and soft tissue studies; contrast studies of the digestive system, etc. NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position.

Duties include: Demonstrate advanced competency in specific knowledge, skills, and behaviors; Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the CT section in the absence of the CT Supervisor; Organize work, set priorities, delegate tasks and responsibilities; Communicate with team members and contribute to their growth by sharing knowledge, experience, and skills; Serves as a subject matter expert to the department, and/or hospital in CT; Skill in interpersonal relationships in dealing with employees, team leaders and supervisors; Assess qualifications and abilities of current and prospective employees; Consult with radiologists to develop standard and non-standard treatment/exam protocols; Independently perform general and specialized CT procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations; Develop and update technical policy and procedure manuals; Teach the correct methodology of CT procedures and theory of interpretation of results to trainees; Ensures that all new CT technologists meet their competencies for the 6-part folder as well as ensuring that all current CT technologists maintain theirs; Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, Compressed Tour, 7:00am - 4:30pm, Every other Friday off, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Compressed/Flexible: Available. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 930990. 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. 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.