Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography

_*\*\*\*This position has a $5,000 sign on or relocation bonus!\*\*\**_ *\*\*\*The VA Northern Arizona Health Care System is Seeking Highly Energetic Candidates\*\*\** This vacancy is a solicitation for a *Hiring Fair Event, *which will be on an invite only basis once the position qualifications have been met.
If you receive an invitation, you will be *required* to attend in person on: * *Date: *10/21/2023 * *Time: *8:00 AM - 3:00 PM * *Location of Hiring Event: Prescott VA Hospital *- (Address and map of hiring fair location will be provided to candidates who have met minimum qualifications for invitation) You will be notified of your qualifications and if determined to be minimally qualified, you will receive an invitation for interview and *MUST RSVP.
*Applicants should plan for a long day if selected, as there are several pre-employment stations to clear.
*Requirements for Pre-Employment Screening*: * Fingerprints (Two forms of ID required) * Security background * Immunizations (Immunization records preferred) *Major duties include, but are not limited to:* * Meets the education requirements set forth in facility guidelines to include BLS certification.
* Accurately operates a wide variety of imaging equipment to obtain examinations of acceptable quality, utilizing the least amount of radiation to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes.
* Performs all aspects of CT imaging to include but are not limited to CT examinations of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, head, extremities, neck, as well as CT Angiographic studies of the head, chest, abdomen and lower extremities.
* Performs CT Angiography of the Circle of Willis, Carotids, Abdominal Aortas and Run-Offs.
The radiographic goal of CT is to provide high quality axial imaging; generate the best possible images at the minimal radiation dose necessary to the patient.
* Technologist is required to maintain competence in Venipuncture and to sustained compliance with facility guidelines.
* Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist that are used in CT to include CT Angiography and other exams.
* Being familiar with policies and procedures for practicing radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self.
This is achieved by optimizing technical factors and ensuring all policies and procedure are adhered to.
* Utilize lead aprons, lead gloves, and lead shields when exposed to radiation.
Film badges are worn by the technologists and exchanged in a timely manner, which is in compliance with radiation regulations.
Adheres to Radiation Safety guidelines, properly determines applying technical factors to ensure ALARA dose optimization, positioning, required views, etc.
to produce and satisfy requirements for diagnostic imaging and CT exams.
* Performs both daily and monthly quality control, daily required calibration, and records appropriate performance as required by facility policy.
* Receives and interprets all radiology requests for accuracy, appropriateness; date desired and maintains a thorough knowledge of the ordering process in CPRS.
* Performs and completes imaging studies within the established guidelines for stat, pre-op, urgent, and routine exams.
* Works with CT schedule to assure timely accomplishment of assigned workload, making day-to-day adjustments in accordance with established priorities and additional assignments.
* Applies Infection Control practices and procedures for patients and staff, as mandated by the Medical Center and Radiology Service Infection Control policies.
* Maintains adequate supplies and pharmaceuticals/contrast (IV and oral) used in the department.
* Responsible for minor equipment adjustments, repairs and exercises care in the handling and safeguarding of all equipment.
* Maintains competency and thorough knowledge of the processes for Critical, Semi-Critical, and Non-Critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) that document the process and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME and follows established procedures for all RME.
Responsible to adhering to the RME policies and procedures within the Radiology Service.
* Ensures complete and thorough knowledge of the employee competency folder, maintains the ability to review each section with complete understanding of the individual requirements.
* Maintains electronic records and files of exams performed on patients.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
*Work Schedule*: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.
m.
to 4:30 p.
m.
/8:00 a.
m.
to 4:30 p.
m.
work schedule, but work schedule may be adjusted to meet the needs of the service.
*Virtual:* This is not a virtual position.
*Functional Statement #*: 000000 *Relocation/Recruitment Incentives*: Authorized _*\*\*\*This position has a $5,000 sign on or relocation bonus!\*\*\**_ *Permanent Change of Station (PCS): *Not Authorized Help *Requirements* *Conditions of Employment* * You must be a U.
S.
Citizen to apply for this job.
* All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
* Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
* Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
* You may be required to serve a probationary period.
* Subject to background/security investigation.
* Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
* Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation.
* Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
* Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
*Qualifications* The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09.
*References:* VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G25- Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standard.
*Physical Requirements:* See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
*Working Conditions:* Work is performed in a health care setting.
Work may involve exposure to infection and possible contagious diseases.
Standard precautions and isolation techniques will be employed as indicated.
There are occasions where response to physical and/or verbal abuse by patients requires knowledge gained from ongoing violence in the workplace training.
Work may include outside and inside work, exposure to radiation energy, constant noise (machinery/equipment), working around hazardous machinery with moving parts, and working closely with others.
*BASIC REQUIREMENTS:Citizenship.
* Citizen of the United States.
*Certification.
*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),magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently.
Advanced certification indicates that the applicant can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination.
*Education.
* Applicant must have completed a full-time training course of at least 24 months in a 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 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), and 7407(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).
*Grade Determinations*: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) GS-9*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.
*Assignments.
*For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time.
DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments: *Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist.
* Employees at this level are fully functional as an advanced DRT and carry out their assigned tasks independently.
DRTs at this level may have varying assignments including special and complex imaging procedures beyond the full performance level, clinical instruction, and basic QM type duties within the program.
Regardless of the nature of the specific assignment, the work must be of sufficient scope and complexity to meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform at this level.
*Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: *The candidate *must *demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.
Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers.
Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.
Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.
Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions.
*Computed Tomography (CT).
* This specialty modality requires specific knowledge of cross sectional human anatomy and its application in spiral, and/or, multi-slice computer tomography, inclusive of 3-D reconstruction scans, including drainages, biopsies, and peripheral vascular examinations.
The technologist requires specific knowledge and training in the location, appearance, and function of the various major and minor systems susceptible to radiological illumination; to interpret the examination request accurately; to understand the functioning and inter relationship of the various organs; to use the methods and techniques which will identify organs appearing on the digital display monitor, or on film, and the various stages of the examination to judge the acceptability of the image and/or scan for diagnostic use and to emphasize the aspects of interest to the physician.
[DRT assignments that include performance of independent duties in this subspecialty require advanced ARRT certification.
] *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: https://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://www.
ed.
gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.
html.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $87,000.
00 - $113,096.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Free parking * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Vision insurance Healthcare setting: * Clinic * Inpatient * Outpatient Medical specialties: * Radiology Schedule: * Day shift Travel requirement: * No travel Work Location: In person