The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) will be assigned to the PFC Floyd K. Lindstrom VA CBOC in Colorado Springs, CO. The DRT will be available to work various tours and on-call status as deemed necessary. The general DRT is expected to perform standard and complex imaging protocols using advanced high cost/high technology not limited to Digital Radiography (DR).

Duties

VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf Duties & skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to: The general DRT is expected to perform standard & complex imaging protocols using advanced high cost/high technology not limited to Digital Radiography & Bone Density. Incumbent must be available to work independently at various tours of duty including weekends, holidays, & on-call duties as needed. The DRT shall perform routine diagnostic radiographic examinations of the head, cervical/thoracic/lumbar spines, chest, abdomen, & extremities in the department & possible portable settings. Employee performs special & more complex procedures to include long bone surveys, scoliosis studies, & bone densitometry examinations. Incumbent shall perform bone densitometry or dual-energy absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures of the hip, spine, & peripheral tests of the fingers, hands, forearms, &/or feet to measure & assess bone loss. The DRT will perform Lateral Vertebral Assessment when utilizing DEXA scan to screen for vertebral fractures. Incumbent shall expertly comprehend & set DEXA machines & special software that computes & displays the bone density measurements on a computer monitor. Confers with radiologists for determination of non-standard exams; determines technical factors, positioning, & sets the equipment to obtain radiographic images. Performs radiographic exams utilizing standard protocols & reading medical history to ensure proper exams are achieved; distributes exam requisitions according to Radiologist assignment & the level of exam priority. Notifies radiologist of studies requiring their immediate attention such as STAT or Urgent. Explains exams and/or procedures to the patient so the patient comprehends actions taking place. Properly records any information from the patient that might be pertinent to the radiologist when reading/dictating the exam. Ensures proper/correct patient identification is on every image. Ensures proper/correct side is marked on every image with left & right markers. Ensures all images going into PACS have the correct accession number for radiologist interpretation & provider's viewing. Registers, requests, cancels, & edits exams through varies computer programs including but not limited to: Radiology Information System, VISTA, VISTA Imaging, CPRS. Schedules patient procedures in various modalities when needed; informs patient of all pertinent preparations for his/her exam. Ensures film badge(s) are properly worn when performing radiographic examinations. Properly uses radiographic equipment to obtain the highest image quality possible. Inspects radiographic equipment, performs daily warm up procedures, & conducts weekly Quality Control (QC) tests to ensure equipment is functioning properly. Performs basic & some advanced PACS procedures using various applications to ensure proper handling of image storage & dissemination to various customers to include but not limited to patients, providers, & other facilities. Maintains flexibility & competency in assigned duties with no supervision during non-duty hours. Incumbent will be available to work various shifts, on-call status, & any other tasks deemed necessary by his/her management/supervisory team. The DRT performs administrative duties. Incumbent maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed due to lack of necessary equipment & supplies. Utilizes proper housekeeping of all exposure rooms. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:554B-57554-A, 554B-57555-A, 554B-57556-A

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). Grade Determinations: GS-5: Experience or Education: None beyond the basic requirements. GS-6: Experience or Education: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level or the successful completion of one full academic year of graduate education leading to a degree in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic technique standards for minimum radiographic exposure. Knowledge of anatomy and positioning. Knowledge of all patient safety procedures. Knowledge of radiographic producing equipment. Ability to learn basic computer functions. GS-7: Experience or Education: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level; or the successful completion of one full academic year of graduate education leading to a degree in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging; or successful completion of an advanced registry program, with certification, in addition to a 4-year baccalaureate degree program in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging. Education may relate to the duties of a specific position or to the occupation but must be appropriate for the position being filled. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of the technical adequacy of the digital image, including the ability to adjust the image quality in the digital system. Knowledge of different contrast material required for the requested study. Knowledge of radiation protection standards, minimum radiographic exposure techniques, appropriate beam limitation to anatomical area, and employing lead shielding when performing standard radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Knowledge of computed radiography, CR readers and Digital Imaging systems. Knowledge of PACS and basic computer skills. GS-8 Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines. Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to make adjustments as needed. Knowledge of patient's clinical record, diagnosis, and laboratory results. Ability to monitor patient's physiologic changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist informed. Skill in using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with the customer base, patients, staff, family, visitors, and volunteers. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and cross-sectional anatomy, recognizing unusual images, and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest. Assignments: Employees at this grade level serve as staff DRTs at the full performance level. Candidates at this grade level must be qualified to independently provide services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services with only occasional oversight or direction for highly complex issues. Preferred Experience: Current and maintained American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R) certification. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is 8. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of 5 to 8. Physical Requirements: The physical demand of the work includes: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over, moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds; pushing up to 4 hours; reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required)

Education

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