USAJOBS · 2 days ago
Diagnostic Radiologic Tech (CT)
Buffalo, New York, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$74K/yr - $96K/yr
1+ years expThe VA Western New York Healthcare System is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) for the Imaging Service. The role involves performing specialized radiologic procedures and examinations, ensuring quality and safety in imaging, and preparing and administering contrast media under federal regulations.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
DRTs perform procedures and examinations in hospitals or clinics under the direction of Lead Technologists and Imaging Manager
The objective of the examinations and procedures is to produce radiographic studies that are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by radiologists to locate injuries, foreign bodies, pathological conditions, or lesions within the body
They prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with Federal regulations
This specialty modality requires specific knowledge of cross-sectional human anatomy and its application in spiral, and/or, multi-slice computer tomography, inclusive of 3-D reconstruction scans, including drainages, biopsies, cardiac CTAs and peripheral vascular examinations
The technologist requires specific knowledge and training in the location, appearance, and function of the various major and minor systems susceptible to radiological illumination; to interpret the examination request accurately; to understand the functioning and inter-relationship of the various organs; to use the methods and techniques which will identify organs appearing on the digital display monitor and the various stages of the examination to judge the acceptability of the image and/or scan for diagnostic use and to emphasize the aspects of interest to the physician
The technologist performs Interventional 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
The technologist prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist that are used in CT, to include CT Angiography and other exams
This specialty requires knowledge of I STAT procedures and insert IV needles for administration of contrast material
The technologist must be familiar with policies and procedures for practicing radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self
This is achieved by optimizing technical factors and ensuring all policies and procedure are adhered to and maintaining knowledge in CT dose optimization
The technologist is competent and maintains all computed tomography protocoling requirements
The technologist works with CT schedule to assure timely accomplishment of assigned workload, making day-to-day adjustments in accordance with established priorities and additional assignments
Optimizes scan times while maintaining flexibility for emergent cases
This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergent patient
Maximize patient throughput by contacts with escort, ward secretaries, nursing personnel, etc
DRT assignments that include performance of independent duties in this subspecialty require advanced ARRT certification in computed tomography (CT) to work independently
The technologist performs daily inspection of radiographic units to ensure proper mechanical functionality as assigned by leadership
The technologists must be aware of and practice the safety policies and procedures of the Medical Center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed
Technologist must report equipment malfunction in a timely manner through the vhabuf 114 equipment email group or nursing supervisor on non-administrative hours if patient care is impacted, so as proper attention is ensured to maintain the integrity of the equipment
The technologist complies with all safety/fire prevention rules/regulations, using protective equipment when required and provided
Promptly reports all accidents and notifies supervisor of unsafe/unhealthful conditions in the workplace
Attends scheduled training sessions and participates in facility or service-level safety promotions as directed
Knows fire drill and emergency plans for work area, including location of all emergency fire equipment
Qualification
Required
1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level (GS-7)
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
Current ARRT certification (R) Radiography
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 healthcare 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
Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients
Ability to communicate in spoken and written English with patients and other health care personnel with sufficient fluency to satisfactorily carry out assigned responsibilities
Benefits
Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
Student loan payment reimbursement program
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