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Diagnstc Radiologic Technologist

Bay Pines, Florida, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$92K/yr - $119K/yr

1+ years exp

The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist for their Imaging Service. This role involves operating imaging equipment, performing CT imaging, and ensuring quality diagnostic images while adhering to safety and infection control practices.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Accurately operates a wide variety of imaging equipment to obtain examinations of acceptable quality, utilizing the least amount of radiation to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes

Works under the supervision of the Section Supervisor and/or Lead Technologist and rotates all responsibilities within the CT section. He/she works independently on most exams but confers with Radiologists and Section Supervisor and/or Lead Technologist on more difficult problems

Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology including location, appearance, and functioning of the major and minor systems susceptible to radiographic illumination, and knowledge of changes to systems and organs caused by common medical and surgical diseases

Performs all aspects of CT imaging to include Head, Neck, Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis Extremities, 3D Reconstructions of CT, Multi-Planar Reformats CT and Angiographic studies when requested and/or when part of a standard procedure. Performs all aspects of CT lnterventional Radiography, including Biopsies, RF Ablations, Abscess drainages, cyst aspirations, etc

Performs CT Angiography of the Circle of Willis, Carotids, Abdominal Aortas, Run-Offs, including CT Cardiac Imaging (Cardiac trained technologists only) and CT Myelography utilizing specialized series to visualize the anatomy and pathology necessary for diagnosis

Performs lnterventional CT biopsy exams utilizing surgical sterile techniques. This requires proper preparation of sterile trays, proper labeling of medications dispensed to sterile trays, knowledge of supplies and specific locations, and assuring measures have been taken to prevent contamination of the patient and equipment

Technologist is required to maintain competence in Venipuncture and refer to the Imaging Service procedure manual for guidelines on Administration of Contrast Media After-Hours, Guidelines for Power Injection of Contrast Media, and CT Section and policy for use of Contrast Media

Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist that are used in CT, to include CT Angiography and other exams

Records all doses of radiation for CT scan exams by ensuring dose reports are transferred to the PACS system properly

Applies Infection Control practices and procedures for patients and staff, as mandated by the Medical Center and Imaging Service Infection Control policies. Applies safety procedures for self, patients and others as mandated by Imaging Service Safety policies for all imaging modalities

Works with the radiologist/physician as a member of the surgical /CT team. Must assist and anticipate the needs of the radiologist/physician and the performance of the exam

Qualification

ARRT CertificationAdvanced ARRT CT CertificationComputed Tomography (CT)Cross-sectional Anatomy KnowledgeRadiologic Technology EducationPatient Care SkillsInfection Control PracticesEnglish Proficiency

Required

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: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and7407(d)

Certification ARRT R: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R). MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION

Certification Advanced ARRT CT: All applicants must be also be certified in Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT). 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. MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION

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). MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPT OR DIPLOMA WITH APPLICATION

At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-8), directly related to the position as listed here

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

Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures

Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure

Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers

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

Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients

Benefits

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)

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.