Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Veterans Health Administration; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) CT at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center within the Veterans Health Administration is responsible for interventional and computed tomography procedures. This role requires leadership to guide team members and ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include maintaining CT room readiness, scheduling, reducing backlogs, training ADRTs, and performing CT biopsies with sterile technique. Standard schedule is M-F, 10:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• Must have BLS certification and maintain biannually.
• Experience in Interventional and CT procedures.
• Leadership responsibilities for the CT section.

Responsibilities

• Assumes leadership roles, guiding and directing team members in patient care when instructed or in the absence of leadership.
• Verifies CT procedure rooms are consistently equipped with necessary items and prioritizes emergent equipment and supplies.
• Manages CT clinic appointment scheduling to maximize procedures within timeframes.
• Plans and develops a training schedule for all ADRTs in the CT section.
• Performs CT biopsies using sterile technique and proper specimen handling.

Skills

Leadership

BLS Certification

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT), Computed Tomography (CT), position is assigned to the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Radiology Service; Computed Tomography / Interventional. Technologist will need to have both the knowledge and skills in both Interventional and Computed Tomography procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The duties of the Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) in Computed Tomography include, but are not limited to: Effectively assumes leadership roles, guiding and directing team members in patient care when instructed or in the absence of leadership. Technologist meets the requirements set forth be MEDVAMC. BLS Certification in maintained biannually. Ensures CT supplies are adequately stacked to mee workload demands.

Verifies that CT procedure rooms are consistently equipped with necessary items. prioritizing emergent equipment and supplies. Manages CT clinic appointment scheduling to maximize the number of procedures performed within designated timeframes. Implements strategies to reduce backlogs and accommodate emergent exams. Collaborates with medical providers and personnel to streamline patient examinations. Advises the schedulers on any updates or modifications to schedules.

Incumbent will be responsible for planning and developing a training schedule for all ADRT's with the CT section. Performs CT biopsies using sterile technique, ensuring proper handling of biopsy specimens and implements measures to prevent contamination. Work Schedule: M-F, 10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., subject to change based on the needs of the facility Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 00092-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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 $107845 – $140207/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.