This Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRSO) position is in Diagnostic Imaging service and services at the Manchester VA Medical Center, located at the Manchester location. This position is a full-time at 40 hours per week.

Duties

Schedules exams in a manner to optimize all of the MRI scanner times while maintaining flexibility to allow for urgent cases. This requires the prioritization of scheduled patients. Confers with radiologists to determine requirements of non-standard exams. Determines technical factors, positioning, number, and thickness of scans, etc., to produce and satisfy requirements of MRI scanning. Schedules patients for examinations. Advises radiologists or referring physicians of examination results. Notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention. Prepares contrast materials that are used in MRI and MRA 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 it. In addition, must be continuously on the alert to the patient's condition and other disorders. Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient. Is certified to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary. Maintains CPR qualifications and continuing education requirements to maintain their professional license. Practices MR safety to eliminate non-MR compatible patients, staff, and visitors from entering the MRI suite. This is achieved by the use of extensive professional training, ferrous wand and departmental policies and procedures. The incumbent must be aware of and practice MR safety policies and procedures of the medical center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed. Registration and editing of patient exams in the computerized information system. Assures that MRI patients are screened in advance for any contraindicating conditions per Imaging Service policy. Responsible for explaining exams to patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible. Responsible for stocking and inventory of all MRI imaging supplies and related material. Develops and ensures that adequate written safety procedures, work instructions, emergency procedures, and operating instructions are issued and enforced. Subject matter expert for hazards posed by magnetic fields on implants, medical devices, hospital equipment, and retained foreign bodies, and the development of measures taken against those hazards. Responsible for implementing and complying with regulatory requirements in the MRI environment, including best practices within and outside of the VHA and implementing new policies, procedures, and handbooks. Work Schedule: 7:30am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Compressed/Flexible:Not authorized. Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: F06388 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized. PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required.

Requirements

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), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), [or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable]. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent [can operate independently] and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. [In modalities that require advanced certification, to support their continued development, technologists who do not possess an 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 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), and 7407(d). Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. 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: GS10: Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer MRSO: Employees who are qualified to work in the MRI modality (advanced certification) have expert specialization at this grade level. The MRSO operates with full responsibility for training, developing, and directing the MR safety program. Duties may include coordination of MR safety committee meetings, evaluation of hospital equipment to ensure MR safe operation, and oversight of employee and patient MR screening programs. Coordinates training of hospital staff and ensures maintenance of educational documentation. MRSO certification is highly desirable for this level of complexity. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: i. Knowledge of safety requirements for physical space pertaining to MR imaging area. ii. Ability to establish and monitor access and safety requirements for the physical zones. iii. Ability to develop and ensure that adequate written safety procedures, work instructions, emergency procedures, and operating instructions are issued and enforced. iv. Knowledge of hazards posed by magnetic fields on implants, medical devices, hospital equipment and retained foreign bodies, and the development of measures taken against those hazards. v. Ability to train medical, technical, nursing and all other relevant staff groups (including ancillary workers) in all procedural aspects related to MR safety. References: VA Handbook 5005/119 Part II Appendix G25. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-10. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.

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: 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Manchester VA Medical Center 718 Smyth Road Manchester, NH 03104 US
• Name: Nathaniel Lynch
• Phone: (401) 903-9708
• Email: [email protected]