Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Baylor Scott & White Health; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a full-time Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting diagnostic imaging procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety, and collaborating with healthcare staff. The position requires a certification from ARRT and an associate degree in radiologic technology, along with strong skills in patient interaction and monitoring.

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship is required.
• Completion of a 24-month accredited radiologic technology program.
• At least one year of experience equivalent to GS-07 level.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient's physiological changes and inform the radiologist.
• Check system operation and assess performance based on guidelines.
• Provide physical assistance to patients as needed.

Skills

Tact

Diplomacy

Skill in patient handling

Knowledge of anatomy

Ability to monitor physiologic changes

Education

Associate degree in diagnostic radiologic technology

Certification in radiologic technology by ARRT

Job description

Summary

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist position is located in the Radiology department at the West Haven - CT location. This position is Full-time with 40 hours. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000).

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)
• 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 Determination GS-08: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
• 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
• References: VA Handbook 5005/119 PART II APPENDIX G25.The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08
• Physical Requirements: Lift - move or push heavy equipment - specifically cassettes - mobile x-ray equipment - stretchers and/or wheelchairs with patients in them
• Assist in lifting patients who may be paralyzed - comatose or otherwise incapacitated - from stretchers or wheelchairs to x-ray tables and back
• Provide physical assistance and care for patients in a timely manner in all circumstances
• Reach overhead in order to manipulate an x-ray tube.

Duties

• VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Skill in using tact - diplomacy - and courtesy in dealings with the customer base - patients - staff - family - visitors - and volunteers
• 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
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology - and cross-sectional anatomy - recognizing unusual images - and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest
• Knowledge of different contrast material required for the requested study
• Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm - holiday - weekend and on call coverage
• Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized
• Telework: Not Authorized
• Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: PDF03117 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
• Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Authorized: This position is eligible for EDRP - a student loan payment reimbursement program
• You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date
• Program approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application
• Former participants are ineligible to apply for the EDRP incentive
• Contact Hannah Neilson at [e-mail] for questions or assistance
• For any general questions please feel free to reach out to VISN 1 EDRP Support group at [e-mail]
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• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.