Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in West Haven, CT is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist-CT for a part-time 12 hours per week position in the Radiology department.

The role involves performing CT imaging procedures and ensuring patient safety and image quality under supervision. Candidates must be ARRT certified in radiology (R), have an accredited radiologic technology education, demonstrate English proficiency, and meet VA credentialing standards for CT assignments.

Qualifications

• US citizenship or eligibility under VA policy.
• ARRT certification in radiology (R) required; CT certification preferred.
• An accredited radiologic technology program (associate degree or equivalent).
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Perform computed tomography imaging procedures with attention to safety and quality.
• Assess requests, position patients, and optimize image quality.
• Maintain radiology equipment and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient care balance

Education

ARRT Certification (R)

CT certification

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist-CT position is located in the Radiology department at the West Haven, CT location. This position is a Part-time position at 12 hours per week/24 hours per pay period.

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). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT),
• Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate's degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from schools accredited by the ARRT and certification by the ARRT in radiology.
• Credentialing Standards. Public Law 97-35, the Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981, requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75, Standards for the Accreditation of Educational Programs and the Credentialing of Radiographic Personnel. Essentially, they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation, and is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education, and be certified as radiographers in their field.
• English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Computed Tomography (CT)

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, 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, or on film, 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. DRT assignments that include performance of independent duties in this subspecialty require advanced ARRT certification.

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations

GS 9 DRT Experience

At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-08) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.

The candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs:

1. Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures;
2. Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers;
3. Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure;
4. Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography;
5. Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions;
6. Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.

Preferred Experience:

CT certification required.

Reference: https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/

Physical Requirements:

This position requires a moderate amount of physical activity working with the equipment and maneuvering patients including eye/hand coordination; full use of arms, hands and wrists; transporting, lifting, lowering, moving, turning heavy objects and/or patients; standing, sitting, or reaching for extended periods of time. Requires color vision and depth perception: must be able to differentiate subtle shades of gray on a diagnostic image; must also respond to audio signals.