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Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - CT

Charleston, South Carolina, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$71K/yr - $88K/yr

1+ years exp

The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (ADRT) specializing in Computed Tomography (CT). The ADRT will perform routine to complex CT and general diagnostic radiology exams independently, ensuring high-quality imaging and patient safety throughout the process.

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U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of routine to complex CT examinations including but not limited to scans of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities as well as vascular, musculoskeletal, and cardiac imaging

Performs routine, urgent, emergent or research studies and post-processing of images. Assures images are properly identified with patient demographics and verifies archiving on PACS

Examinations are performed with or without contrast materials based on imaging requisition and pre-defined protocols. Adheres to contrast policy. As needed, assists with CT-guided interventional procedures including but not limited to biopsies, drains, aspirations, injections

Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional human anatomy and physiology as well as medical terminology. Knowledgeable with imaging algorithms, technical factor selection and adjustments and post-processing for each type of scanner

Receives and identifies patients using two (2) patient identifiers, prepares patients for exams and explains procedures, assists movement of patients to and from exam table, positions the patient, sets up and adjusts all imaging equipment

Evaluates the nature of critical and emergent procedures and rearranges priorities to accommodate them. Performs venipuncture with proper intravenous catheter selection for contrast administration. Maintains competency with loading, programming, and use of power injectors

Identifies and initiates treatment for extravasation of IV contrast. Recognizes signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction to intravenous contrast and ability to initiate appropriate response

Maintains yearly competencies including optimization of CT protocols, radiation safety, and Image Wisely training. Participates in training of new employees in the section in accordance with established procedures and practices

As needed, the technologist will perform a variety of routine diagnostic radiographic procedures, either with stationary or portable x-ray equipment, producing quality images, ensuring proper radiation safety, correct annotation, orientation, markers

Assures timely/efficient completion of assigned workload. Reviews new developments in the field and recommends to supervisor those that would improve the operation of the section. Maintains and stocks all supplies used in the work area, ensuring applicable products are within expiration date and stored properly

Reports equipment malfunctions in a timely manner to the supervisor and Biomedical Engineering, and is competent to enter service requests/workorders, as appropriate. Provides high quality images while minimizing patient dose and reducing costs

Qualification

ARRT certificationCT imagingRadiation safetyMedical terminologyPatient positioningEnglish proficiencyTeam collaboration

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Must be proficient in written and spoken English

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement

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: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists (DRTs) must be proficient in spoken and written 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

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)

Knowledge of radiation protection standards, devices and techniques, including concepts of accumulated dosage, dose monitoring, and genetic changes

Ability to utilize advanced imaging software that supports complex imaging programs and recognize changes in equipment and procedures that might result in increased exposures, and ability to recommend methods to prevent such exposures

Knowledge of basic physics including concepts of energy, electric power, magnetic fields, and properties of x-ray, to understand the operation of the equipment

Knowledge and skill in positioning of patients for a wide variety of highly complex imaging (CT, MRI, IR, ultrasound, mammography) studies

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus)

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance)

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).