Diagnostic Radiologic Technician

Veterans Health Administration

Biloxi (MS)

Remote

USD 59,000 - 76,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Parental leave

Child care subsidy

Federal health/vision/dental/long-term

Pension plan

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Biloxi, MS is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to perform full scope radiology procedures including X-Ray, fluoroscopy, C-Arm, and portable units. You will ensure safety, quality assurance, and coordinate with staff to deliver diagnostic imaging services.

The role requires adherence to radiation safety standards, ability to adjust imaging protocols under supervision, and effective communication with patients and colleagues.

Qualifications

Experience operating diagnostic radiologic imaging equipment.
Ability to follow imaging protocols and adapt under supervision.
Knowledge of radiation safety principles.

Responsibilities

Operates X-Ray, fluoroscopy, C-Arm, and portable imaging equipment.
Performs quality assurance tests and basic troubleshooting.
Ensures radiation safety and dose optimization.
Coordinates with patients and healthcare team to complete exams.

Skills

X-ray equipment operation

Fluoroscopy

C-Arm imaging

Quality assurance

Radiation safety

Education

Transcript required for qualification

DOE-recognized education verification

Tools

PACS/RIS systems

Imaging equipment maintenance

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

As a full performance level Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, Technologist are expected to perform the full scope and complexity of a diagnostic radiologic technologist, seeking guidance only on rare occasions to handle unique and difficult tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Duties: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties Operates various healthcare and radiology specific information systems to receive, document, and transmit information to perform their duties. Independently operates general X-Ray producing equipment like radiology, fluoroscopy, C-Arm, and portable units. Evaluates the conditions of the assigned work and deviates from imaging protocols under the general guidance of the supervisor.

Ensures the equipment is properly warmed-up and operating within safety standards in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Performs operator-level quality assurance tests and occasional trouble shooting activities on imaging equipment in accordance with local policies and within the manufacturer's specifications. Initiates work order requests or other corrective measures as needed.

Adheres to radiation safety program standards to ensure occupational, patient, and general population radiation doses utilizing the "as low as reasonably achievable" concept. Identifies radiation, blood-borne, respiratory, and other safety hazards; reports them to the appropriate individual if the incumbent cannot resolve independently. Communicates with other sections of the healthcare facility to coordinate diagnostic and therapeutic activities.

Communicates with the patient, guests, family members, and other healthcare workers to achieve desired outcomes. Work Schedule: Saturday-Sunday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Tuesday-Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM ; Subject to change, based on the needs of the facility.

Telework: Available
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: 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).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)
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00187F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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 $58718 – $76330/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

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