Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Quick Facts

Intermittent Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM). Full performance level is GS-8; actual grade may be selected within GS-5 to GS-8 based on qualifications.

Description

This role performs routine and emergent diagnostic radiographic procedures under normal supervision. You will operate DR/CR imaging systems, adjust standardized views/protocols for patient needs, and ensure accurate patient identification and image quality before processing and transmitting images to PACS while documenting in the Cerner EHR imaging package.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergent diagnostic radiographic procedures (e.g., cervical, lumbar, thoracic, extremity, facial/head) using department standardized protocols.
• Adjust protocols/standardized views when patient positioning is limited due to illness, injury, or medical/mental status; document pertinent exam information.
• Maximize daily radiography room utilization by planning around scheduled exams and walk-ins.
• Prepare exam rooms with adequate supplies, safety equipment, positioning devices, linens, and required equipment; maintain a clean and organized room setup.
• Follow patient safety procedures, including a two-identifier check (full name and full birth date) prior to the exam.
• Process exposed radiographs using DR and CR plate readers; troubleshoot minor system malfunctions and escalate issues.
• Perform digital/technical image manipulation; ensure proper markers, positioning, and patient identification for adequate processing, storage, and transmission to PACS.
• Edit, register, and complete patient imaging in the Cerner EHR imaging package.
• Perform image quality assurance prior to PACS transmission, including positioning, technique, and network information.
• Notify the ordering provider of significant patient medical/mental status changes.
• Support imaging students/volunteers/job shadow students during rotations (trainees cannot perform direct patient care).
• Adhere to policy/procedural changes issued by supervisory personnel; perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
• Federal benefits availability depends on your position type (intermittent); confirm specifics with the hiring agency.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• ARRT (Radiography) certification (advanced ARRT certification required for independent CT/MRI/Mammography duties, as applicable)
• Completion of a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology training program of at least 24 months (or equivalent) from a JRCERT-accredited (or other DOE-recognized) program
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Successful pre-employment onboarding and physical evaluation
• Pass drug urinalysis testing if selected for a testing-designated position
• Selective Service registration (for males born after 12/31/1959)
• Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement
• Ability to meet physical demands (including lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling/standing/walking and clear x-ray visualization)
• Required participation in a 1–2 year trial period with continuation based on written certification advancing the public interest