Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computer Tomography)

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval award amount (up to $200000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Duties

This position is located in Medical Imaging Service Boise VA Medical Center Boise ID.

Duties include but are not limited to the following :

• Determines technical factors positioning number and thickness of scans etc. to produce and satisfy requirements of CT scanning. Advises radiologists or referring physicians of examination results. Notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention.
• Must be able to use commercial PACS to correctly send patient information and images to an outside teleradiology contractor. Be able to correct minor problems as they arise.
• Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT and other exams. Improper use or administration of the contrast materials run the risk of patient mortality and therefore it is essential that a thorough understanding of the contrast material usage is possessed by those who prepare addition must be continuously on the alert to the patients condition and other disorders. Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient. Starts IVs for contrast administration.
• Completes mandatory training to start IVs for administration of intravenous contrast material.
• Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients staff and self. This is achieved by the use of lead aprons lead gloves lead shields lead lined walls and collimation. Film badges are worn by the technologists in compliance with radiation regulations.
• Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure.
• Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients. This includes registration and editing of patient exams in the computerized information system.
• Properly identifies patient images. This is essential so that mistaken identity of patient images does not occur. The technologist must be certain that the patient
• I.D. band and the request are identical. Confirms patient identity by verbally confirming patient name and social security number.
• Responsible to explain exams and consent patients so that patients understand

what is to be done as well as what hazards if any are possible.

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 8 : 00 am to 4 : 30 pm

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) : Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance) : Not Authorized

EDRP Authorized : Approved

Telework : Not available

Virtual : This is not a virtual position.

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized

PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO) : Not Authorized

Fi nancial Disclosure Report : Not required

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification / licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements :

United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology Radiography (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT).

Education . Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE).

English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and7407(d).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).

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist GS-9 Grade Determinations :

Experience . At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.

Knowledge Skills and abilities. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (

i.

ii. Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record significant others and health care providers.

iii.

iv. Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.

v. Knowledge of physical assessment aseptic techniques intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions.

vi. Knowledge of pre-procedural procedural and post-procedural care of patients.

Preferred Experience : The applicant must be an ARRT-certified DRT with additional certification in CT. Ideally they should have at least 3 years of experience.

References : VA Handbook 5005 / PART II APPENDIX G25

Physical Requirements : Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination.

Exceptions : A pre-placement examination is required for any occupation or assignment that requires the operation of a government-owned or -leased motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties. Examinations may also be required for any occupation or assignment that requires a pre-placement examination by virtue of another policy regulation or statute.

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 : 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 :

Additional information

During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38 and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process visit Human Resources and Administration / Operations Security and Preparedness (HRA / OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 69746 - 90668