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Duties

Clinical Instructor: The incumbent performs technical work in support of diagnostic radiology and is responsible for the oversight of an affiliated DRT educational program. Duties may include assigning daily workplans, coordinating evaluations, conducting imaging labs, assessing performance and assigning grades. The instructor has knowledge of the affiliation requirements and oversees the VA standards to ensure compliance. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: A. Performs the full spectrum of radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations. Receives patients, explains method of procedure and obtains signed consents for examinations with contrast medias. The incumbent is responsible for proper positioning of patients. Prior to exposure selects and sets technical factors. Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary for the requested procedures. In the case of injected media, a patient consent form must be obtained, when indicated. The radiographer must know the effects of contrast materials and adverse reactions. Improper use or administration of the contrast materials run the risk of patient mortality, therefore, it is essential that a thorough understanding of usage be possessed by those who prepare it. Must be continuously on the alert to the patient's condition and other disorders. Adverse reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient or equipment. B. After a diagnosis of the student education need is made, the incumbent identifies internal and external resources and established priorities for education program based on balance of needs and resources. Review relevant examples of technically "poor" radiographic examinations with student technologists. C. Provides on the spot training to radiology students and full-time staff. Prepares reports to affiliations regarding student progress and areas of concern. D. Develops and coordinate an orientation program for new radiology technicians and/or technologists. Provide assistance to both technologists and students in developing and preparing professional displays and/or research papers for competition and/or publications. E. Keeps abreast of the technological advances in the field of radiology and incorporate these into the in-service educational programs. Prepare and conduct one (1) departmental in-service educational program per quarter. F. Performs Quality Control procedures, which may include (but not exclusively) the following: Reject/repeat film analysis Image plate and cassette cleaning regiment Grid alignment and artifacts Automatic exposure control density and field sensitivity Reproducibility and accuracy of timer and KVP stations Lead apron & glove radiation verification G. Performs radiographic exams of the head, spine, chest, abdomen (including exams of GI tract, gallbladder, urinary system and fistula) and extremities (including arthrography). These are achieved by using diagnostic x-ray equipment such as fluoroscopic units and general diagnostic units. H. Performs radiographic exams at the bedside and in the operating rooms providing diagnostic x-rays to the surgeons and professional staff on patients that are unable to be x-rayed in the Radiology Service due to incapacity or surgical procedures. The use of four portable x-ray units and a mobile intensifier unit that is located in Surgery achieve these exams. I. 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. These procedures may require the use of needles, syringes, contrast media, enema bags and drinking cups. J. Responsible to the radiologists and supervisor for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams performed in order to assure a high level of acceptability of radiographs which minimize patient dosage and reduce costs. K. 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 to assure compliance to radiation regulations. The incumbent must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the medical center and participate in quality assurance activities, as directed. L. Properly identifies patient images using identifiers and L & R markers. This is essential so that mistaken identity of image to patients does not occur. The radiographer must be certain that the patient ID band and the request are identical. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 0800-1630 Compressed/Flexible: No Telework: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

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. *** Copy required with Application packet 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). ***Transcripts required with application packet. Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, GS-9 (Above Full Performance Level) (1) 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. (2) Assignments: 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. (3) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, 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. 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). References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G25, Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standard dated December 13, 2019. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. This position is above the full performance level of this series at the GS-9 Physical Requirements: Lifting (40 lbs. and under); Light Carrying (15 lbs. and under); Straight Pulling (up to 1 hour); Pushing (1 - 2 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (up to 3 hours); Standing (up to 3 hours); Repeated bending (up to 1 hour); Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16". The physical requirements for this position are in accordance with HRML No. 05-12-02, Employment of People with Disabilities, Including Under Schedule A, 5 CFR 213.3102(u).

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 Harry S Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital 800 Hospital Drive Columbia, MO 65201 US
• Name: Stephen Handy
• Phone: 573-730-4800
• Email: [email protected]