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 $200,000) 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

Duties include but are not limited to the following: Reviews all diagnostic Ct studies for accuracy, completeness and technical quality. Coordinates the flow of patients through the CT department by efficient assignment of work and maximum utilization of staff and CT equipment. Expedites the examinations of acutely ill patients by communicating and working with CT staff, nursing and radiologists. Works with other services (OR, ER, ICU's) to meet the CT imaging needs of other services. Performs CT procedures when staffing levels require the incumbent to do so, to ensure that patient care is continued without delay or interruption. Oversees image transmission and acquisition process to ensure that all CT images are transmitted into PAC's system. Participates in process improvement activities, monitoring, reporting and planning. Practices hospital safety, infection control, universal precaution and oversees Ct safety in accordance with regulations and departmental guidelines. Assesses and reviews requisitions with clerical staff and technologists, interacts with requesting healthcare providers and radiologists regarding requests when necessary. Directly supervises CT radiologic technologists within the CT section. Oversees and coordinates student educational experience within the CT department as directed. Assists in initiating and implementing changes in methods of delivering patient care in CT. Implements departmental and medical center policy and procedures. Effectively communicates verbally and through example and attitude, the goals and mission of the service to employees under his/her supervision. Ensures division activities are carried out to meet the goals of the department in a timely manner. Coordinates the integration of the CT department with other aspects of overall patient care. Provides input about the evaluation of employees working in CT i.e. competency reviews, performance appraisals. Advises employees within the CT department of performance requirements. Notifies Chief Technologist if employees have inadequate performance or conduct. Resolves conflicts within his/her jurisdiction as appropriate; refers problems to the Chief Technologist only when necessary. Helps coordinate vacation and leave requests while maintaining adequate staffing levels Notifies Chief Technologist of overtime requirments. Coordinates shift coverage to ensure all tours are covered with adequate staffing. The incumbent is responsible for the quality assurance of the image (positioning/label/technique/network information) prior to transmission to the PAC's (picture archiving) network. The incumbent assists CT Technologists in use of Telepacs system. Ensures completion of all paperwork or computer data required by the CT department. Maintains adequate inventory levels and procures supplies for the Ct department Coordinates repair of CT equipment with Biomedical Service and/or service engineers. Transfers patients from stretcher or wheelchair to CT table Prepare room, equipment and material needed for patient procedures Prepares injectable contrast and other supplies as necessary Follow prescribed protocols required to perform procedures Observes patients during procedures and reports complications or unusual events Performs computer work and required forms associated with patient exams, complications and/or quality improvement activities of the Medical Imaging Service. Administers contrast material, under the direction of the Radiologist, according to protocols. Maximize patient throughput by contacts with escorts, ward secretaries, nursing personnel, etc. Maintain a clean work area and adequate level of supplies within their assigned rooms at all times. Practice hospital safety, infection control and universal precautions at all times in accordance with age and/or gender specific departmental procedures. Be certified in CT. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:00 pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Contact [email protected], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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). 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). English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and7407(d). GS-10 Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Grade Determinations: The incumbent functions as a lead DRT for a group of DRTs at the GS-9 level and below. The incumbent provides a full range of general radiologic imaging exams, has a broad knowledge of the different modalities within the diagnostic radiologic area, and is accountable to the next higher-level supervisor. 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. 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. 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. Ability to provide feedback to supervisor on technical aspects of work. ii. *Ability to resolve informal employee complaints. iii. *Ability to monitor and report on the status and progress of work and make adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established procedures. iv. Ability to perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations. Preferred Experience: 3 years at GS-9 grade level in CT preferred. References: VA Handbook 5005/119 PART II APPENDIX G25 Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include standing, sitting and walking in a clinical setting. Applicants must comply with national patient safe handling guidelines while assisting patients.

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Boise VA Medical Center 500 West Fort Street Boise, ID 83702 US
• Name: Shayna Lewis
• Phone: 918-577-3080
• Email: [email protected]