Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (R)

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Program Approval - award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) determined by VHA Education Loan Repayment Services after review. - Qualifications: Applicants pending completion of educational or certification/licensure may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements met. - Basic Requirements: US Citizenship (non-citizens only if cannot recruit qualified citizens per VA policy). English Language Proficiency (DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d)). Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by ARRT (R). Advanced ARRT certification required for assignments that include CT, MRI, or Mammography duties performed independently - as applicable. Advanced certification indicates can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in appropriate specialty and taken and passed designated exam. In modalities that require advanced certification - to support continued development - technologists who do not possess advanced certification may be provided on-the-job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist. - Education: Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program - evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree - accredited by JRCERT or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by DOE. - Exception for Non-Certified - Entry Level Candidates: Non-certified DRTs who otherwise meet eligibility requirements for ARRT (R) certification may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate DRT under authority of 38 U.S.C.7405(c)(2)(B). The appointing official may waive the requirement of certification for a period not to exceed two years for a DRT that provides care under supervision of a certified DRT at or above full performance level. This exception only applies at the GS-5 entry level technician. For grade levels above entry level - candidate must be certified. Temporary appointments of non-certified DRTs may not be extended beyond two years or converted to a new temporary appointment. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). - Grade Determinations: GS-5 Experience or Education: None beyond the basic requirements. GS-6 Experience or Education: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level or the successful completion of one full academic year of graduate education leading to a degree in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging AND Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic technique standards for minimum radiographic exposure; Knowledge of anatomy and positioning; Knowledge of all patient safety procedures; Knowledge of radiographic producing equipment; Ability to learn basic computer functions. - GS-7 Experience or Education: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level OR the successful completion of one full academic year of graduate education leading to a degree in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging OR successful completion of an advanced registry program - with certification - in addition to a 4-year baccalaureate degree program in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging. Education may relate to the duties of a specific position or to the occupation but must be appropriate for the position being filled AND Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of the technical adequacy of the digital image - including the ability to adjust the image quality in the digital system; Knowledge of different contrast material required for the requested study; Knowledge of radiation protection standards - minimum radiographic exposure techniques - appropriate beam limitation to anatomical area - and employing lead shielding when performing standard radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures; Knowledge of computed radiography - CR readers and Digital Imaging systems; Knowledge of PACS and basic computer skills. - GS-8 Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level AND Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines; Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to make adjustments as needed; Knowledge of patient's clinical record - diagnosis - and laboratory results; Ability to monitor patient's physiologic changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist informed; Skill in using tact - diplomacy - and courtesy in dealings with the customer base - patients - staff - family - visitors - and volunteers; Knowledge of anatomy and physiology - and cross-sectional anatomy - recognizing unusual images - and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest. - Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-8. - Physical Requirements: The physical demands of the work include some bending and carrying of moderately heavy articles; Some pushing and pulling; Patients sometimes are assisted to achieve proper positioning which may require reaching or work in strained positions; Reaching above shoulder - use of fingers - good dexterity (both hands required) - prolonged walking - prolonged standing - repeated bending - ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously - far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 - ability to distinguish basic colors - speed in working - and emotional stability. - English Language Proficiency repeated. - Duties: VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Generalist) Duties: This is the full performance position as a diagnostic radiologic technologist with 1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level and has undergone a two year approved training program and is ARRT certified. Objective of the examinations and procedures is to produce radiographic studies that are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by medical officers to locate injuries - foreign bodies - pathological conditions - or lesions within the body. Prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with State and Federal regulations. All diagnostic radiologic technologists must be knowledgeable in Computerized Radiography (CR) and Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS). Primarily performs complicated radiographic examinations. Receives patients - explains method of procedure - positions patient - selects and sets technical factors - sets up and adjust accessory equipment required - makes exposures necessary for the requested examination and archives images. Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions such as IVP - cystogram - cholangiograms - fistulagrams and arthrography and for the purpose of performing oral and rectal exams of the GI tract. Performs all routine examinations such as head - chest - extremities - and abdominal studies. As work load dictates - may also perform bone density exams - non-contrast CT head and abdomen scans. Operates the mobile x-ray machines in the operating rooms - nursing and intensive care units and the emergency room. Maintains a safe working environment by proper use of radiation safety protection such as proper collimation - use of lead aprons - proper shielding and techniques to obtain diagnostic images. Utilizes quality control techniques - and assures that examinations performed are properly archived. M Participates in on-the-job training of radiologic technologist trainees who are assigned to the VA through the affiliated teaching programs. Maintains current knowledge of new developments in the field of Allied Health Sciences - as related to Radiologic Technology. Utilizes time efficiently in order to perform the required number of procedures and decrease wait time of the patient without compromising quality standards. Observes and trains rotating x-ray students and technologists. Responsible for explaining exams to competent patients in terms that patient will comprehend as well as understanding potential hazards that may occur as a result of the exam. Receives and interprets all radiology requests by reading the order and history. Registers the exam. Cancels and edits exams via the computer radiology information system (RIS) as necessary and after consulting with the staff Radiologist. Properly labels patient images/films using L & R markers. Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients - staff and self. Must be capable of working without direct supervision. Radiographs are reviewed by radiologist on a spot-check basis. Performs irregular stand-by duty on a rotational basis to provide 24 hour hospital coverage. - Work Schedule: Full-Time Mon-Fri - 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Compressed/Flexible: Yes - available to highly qualified candidates. - EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact V19RMNHRSBULiaisonsOK@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more - 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 car... truncated. 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