Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist in West Haven, CT. This full-time role involves operating radiology equipment, assisting patients, and providing crucial imaging support. You will be part of a dedicated team ensuring high-quality care for veterans, with educational benefits available under EDRP.

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Potential reimbursement up to $200,000

Qualifications

• Certification by ARRT in radiologic technology required.
• Completion of a minimum 24-month accredited program.
• Experience at GS-07 level or above preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of radiologic equipment and patient care.
• Monitor and adjust equipment during procedures.
• Physically assist patients during imaging processes.

Skills

Ability to assess performance

Knowledge of calibration

Monitoring physiologic changes

Tact and diplomacy

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Education

Certificate or associate degree in diagnostic radiologic technology

Job description

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).

Duties

VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM

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).
• 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.

About the company

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is a Cabinet-level executive branch department of the federal government charged with integrating life-long healthcare services to eligible military veterans at the 1700 VA medical centers and outpatient clinics located throughout the country.

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