Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist- General/X-Ray

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Child care subsidy

Federal pension

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Orlando is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist for general/X-ray duties within the Diagnostic Imaging Service. You will operate radiology equipment, assist radiologists, and contribute to diagnostic imaging plans.

The role includes patient positioning, exposure calculations, image transmission, and maintaining sterile techniques, with coverage across campuses as needed. Overtime may be required; benefits include federal leave and pension.

Qualifications

• Must meet education qualifications recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Experience in radiographic imaging and radiology procedures preferred.
• Ability to interpret radiology requests and perform scheduled examinations.

Responsibilities

• Operates fixed and mobile radiology equipment.
• Interprets and carries out physician requests.
• Positions patients and ensures correct exposure factors.
• Maintains supplies and cleans equipment.
• Covers multiple campuses as needed to provide patient care.

Skills

Radiology equipment

Patient positioning

Sterile technique

Image transmission

Exposure calculation

Education

Education recognized by US Department of Education

Tools

PACS

Job description

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist- General/X-Ray

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The incumbent works within the Diagnostic Imaging Service (DIS) and performs technical work in support of DIS under the direction of a physician. Operates radiology equipment, fixed and mobile, as part of the diagnostic plan for patients(s) and supports radiologist and other medical officers to produce radiographic studies used to diagnose medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to: Receives requests or instructions for procedures. Interprets requests or instructions from radiologist or medical officers. Receives assignments for a variety of difficult examinations. Independently interprets and carries out the requests made by physicians. Incumbent explains procedures, positions patients for desired results, and cushions and shields patients as appropriate.

Varies procedures or positions to adjust for patients' medical conditions. Independently explains procedures and positions patients for very difficult procedures. Incumbent determines technical factors (i.e., calculates the correct exposure factors of time, distance, kilo voltage, and mill amperage), sets controls and operates equipment ensuring that the portion of the body specified receives the correct calculated exposure. Sets up the X-ray room.

Incumbent Independently makes routine radiographic examinations of head, trunk, and extremities for diagnosis of illness or injuries. Work is spot checked for achievement of objectives. Maintains supplies, cleans, and sanitizes equipment and area after use. Performs routine maintenance and recognizes and reports malfunctioning equipment to ensure repair.

Incumbent captures computerized radiographs, applies an algorithm, configures the image, and verifies patient information before transmitting them to the picture archive system. This procedure requires the technologist to have a general knowledge of computer operations. Image manipulation and transmission is critical in computerized radiography, lost data can only be recaptured by repeating the radiograph.

Incumbent will be required to provide coverage across campuses as needed to provide patient care. Under assignment by the chief technologist, the incumbent will be expected to work over‑time if required to complete non mandatory training (new equipment applications training, as well as equipment competency training). Incumbent is required to cover the operating room, emergency room, portables and intensive care units.

As a team member with a radiologist, performs radiology procedures utilizing sterile techniques. Incumbent assures that sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment are present and laid out if required. Registers patients for examinations and updates status as necessary. Performs clerical and file room duties such as scheduling and registration of examinations as they relate to patient care within the section.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am 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 #: 80173F, 81814F, 81815F 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 $56918 - $91056/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-05.

Who is eligible to apply?

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