Incumbent operates magnetic resonance unit within the Radiology and Nuclear Medicine Service and performs daily inspection of magnets to ensure proper mechanical functionality. Employees at this level are fully functional as a DRT, in both General Diagnostic X-ray, and MRI sections; and can carry out their assigned tasks independently. Interaction with physicians, physicists, manufacturer's engineers, and biomedical service personnel will be a normal occurrence of the daily duties.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Performs magnetic resonance imaging of the head and body including, but not limited to: brain, face, larynx, nasopharynx, neck, orbits, paranasal sinus, parotid glands, tongue and oropharynx, TMJ, chest, cardiac, cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbo-sacral spine, brachial plexus, abdomen, (adrenal, kidney, liver, pancreas, elastography, and PDFF), pelvis (bladder, prostate, scrotum, rectum), shoulder, elbow, wrist/hand, hip, knee, and foot/ankle. Complex procedures including, but not limited to: MRA chest, abdomen, pelvis, aorta, carotid bifurcations, circle of willis, vertebral/basilar arteries, liver, renal, spinal canal, MRV superior sagittal sinus, MR iliac veins, MR spectroscopy, MRCP, runoffs, prostate, cardiac, breast, biopsies, defecography, and MRI research exams. MRI Technologists assume responsibility for maintaining a safe environment in the MRI area for employees and visitors/patients. Incumbent screens patients prior to the exam to determine if there are any contraindications to the procedure or to the patient being exposed to a magnetic field (such as metallic foreign bodies, contraindicated medical devices, etc). Properly labels, secures, prepares IV contrast as necessary and injects patients with contrast media under supervision of a Radiology physician to enhance tissue, lesions, etc. Also monitors patients during and after injection for any reaction and informs the Radiologist and/or Radiology nurse when a reaction occurs. Monitor the examination by checking computations, performances and results of the selected parameters to obtain the best diagnostic computer-generated data and images. Perform clinical analysis of data recorded by the computer. Performs image capture, retrieval, and archiving functions. Perform technical operation and general technical maintenance of the computer, disk drives, console, imaging devices, etc. Assist in preparation of procedure manuals and in devising and/or modifying procedures as necessary. Work Schedule: 2:30pm - 11:00pm, Monday - Friday Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) GS-0647-09 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

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. English Language Proficiency: Employee must be proficient in spoken English as required by 38 U.S.C 7402(d), and 7407(d) 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). Grade Determinations: At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-08 directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. References: See VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-25. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09. Physical Requirements: See VA directive and Handbook 5019. The physical demands of the work include: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds or over; moderate carrying 15-45 pounds; pushing, pulling, and reaching above shoulders up to 4 hours; use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required); prolonged walking, standing, and/or sitting; repeated bending; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid not permitted in Zone 4); and speed in working. Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron for possibly long periods of time.

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 Central Virginia VA Health Care System 1201 Broad Rock Boulevard Richmond, VA 23249 US
• Name: Jasmine German
• Email: [email protected]