Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Interventional Radiography

Department of Veterans Affairs

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist's (Interventional Radiography) Performs interventional studies of the head, neck, spine, chest, body and extremities. These exams are performed with and without the use of contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies that bring about proper diagnosis and to provide percutaneous treatment.

• ***This is an Open Continuous Announcement and will remain open until 12/31/2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 9/29/2026. Eligible applications received will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. *** VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Interventional Radiography (IR): Technologists working in this special assignment may function as vascular interventional (VI), cardiac interventional (CI) and/or cardiovascular-interventional (CV) technologists which use specialized equipment to perform diagnostic angiographic procedures and complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures. This specialty requires additional knowledge of vascular systems and major vessel anatomy. The technologist must be knowledgeable in the specialized equipment employed for digital subtraction systems and interventional procedures. The technologist administers contrast media under the supervision of the staff radiologist and confers with the radiologist to establish requirements regarding contrast agents, vital signs, medications, and physiologic monitoring to perform procedures. IR technologist must be knowledgeable in digital imagining and PACS. Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Confer with Lead IVR Technologist/RN/Physician as to optimize IR suite times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases. Perform neuroangiography including spine, head and neck studies utilizing highly sophisticated x-ray equipment Confer with radiologist to determine requirement and protocol of non-standard exams Determine technical factors, positioning and preferred protocol for each radiologist Notify radiologists of studies requiring their immediate attention Perform peripheral and visceral angiography of the abdominal systems and extremities Perform exams utilizing surgical sterile techniques Requires "scrub-in-technique" when scrubbing in to assist physician, preparation of surgical trays, preparation of contrast, etc. Adhere to hospital infection control and safety policies/techniques with emphasis on sterile technique Work with the radiologist as a member of the surgical/radiographic team Prepare contrast materials that are used in angiography and other exams Determine the proper dosage and type of contrast dependent on exam protocol and radiologist preference Responsible for the intravenous injection of contrast media Perform other duties as assigned by the service line to ensure efficient workflow and high customer satisfaction Work Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7-3:30 pm and 7:30-4pm CST alternating weeks Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Telework: NOT AVAILABLE Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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