Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist IR/ Cath Lab Radiological Technologist

Veterans Health Administration

Louisville (KY)

On-site

USD 96,000 - 125,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal pension

Federal health benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist IR/Cath Lab Radiological Technologist position is with the Department of Veterans Affairs at Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville, KY. The role covers IR, cardiology, and Hybrid OR procedures across the medical center with emphasis on high-skill imaging and patient care.

Responsibilities include performing complex interventional procedures, ensuring radiation safety, and coordinating with Attending physicians, fellows, residents, and

Qualifications

Education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for Federal employment.
Foreign education requires Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with transcript.
Eligibility under Federal hiring rules and veteran preference may apply.

Responsibilities

Operate independently as the Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist with IR/Cardiology/Hybrid OR focus.
Perform IR, cardiac catheterization and Hybrid OR imaging procedures.
Coordinate vascular/interventional angiography exams and reconstructions.
Maintain advanced knowledge of complex equipment and safety practices.

Skills

Independent operator

Interventional radiology knowledge

Radiation safety practices

Education

IR/Cardiovascular/Hybrid OR certifications

Tools

CPRS

VISTA

Job description

Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist IR/ Cath Lab Radiological Technologist

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is in the IR/ Cardiology/ Hybrid OR section of the Radiology Service at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center. The duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the medical center including Interventional Radiology, cardiac catheterization and hybrid OR procedures and other patient care areas involved with these services.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The incumbent operates independently and without direct supervision as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist and may have additional registries or certifications IR, Cardiovascular or Hybrid OR specialties.

Employee will be able to perform varying complex therapeutic procedural modalities including Electrophysiology, Permanent Pacemaker, and Internal Defibrillator implantation as well as Interventional Radiology and Hybrid OR procedures. The technologist will also perform diagnostic procedures of all modalities listed.

Operates independently and without direct supervision as the technologist responsible for the performance and coordination of all Vascular/Interventional (Angiography/Hybrid OR) exams and procedures and reconstructions of raw data associated with these examinations. Employees must have advanced knowledge of complex equipment and specific attention to detail.

Technologist performs highly specialized and complex examination in these areas: cardiovascular/interventional radiology/electrophysiological. The cardiovascular-interventional radiology specialty requires additional knowledge of vascular systems and major vessel anatomy. Ability to communicate with staff and Attending Physicians, Fellow, Residents, and Students. Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices.

Knowledge of radiation protection standards, minimum radiographic exposure techniques and employing lead shielding when performing standard or fluoroscopic procedures. Comprehensive knowledge of vascular and cardiovascular procedures Comprehensive knowledge of safety practices and regulations. Knowledge of instructional techniques to educate newly hired or promoted technologist or cardiology fellows/residents/students of the function of the exams.

Maintains work area safety, keeps Cath Lab and Angio suite and control rooms organized and properly cleaned. Coordinates cleaning with EMS. Receives and interprets all radiology requests and consults pertaining to Angio/Interventional exams and procedures. Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer, and registers requests, cancels, and edits exams via the computerized patient record system (CPRS).

Sends all exam/image information to VISTA archive and maintains a backup The Cath lab and Angio/Interventional tech may also participate in the emergency on/call schedule.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 4213-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $95864 – $124616/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.