Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography/Interventional Radiography)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to work in Radiology Service at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The role includes performing CT and interventional radiology procedures, interpreting requests, ensuring patient safety, and utilizing advanced imaging software. Applicants must hold relevant certifications and demonstrate knowledge in radiation safety and imaging techniques.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and proficient in English.
• Required certifications: ARRT in Radiography and CT.
• 3 years of recent CT and/or Interventional Radiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives and interprets requests for procedures in both CT and Angio/Interventional.
• Reviews pre-procedure laboratory test results for patient safety.
• Demonstrates ability in complex imaging studies and equipment operation.

Skills

Knowledge of radiation protection standards

Ability to utilize advanced imaging software

Knowledge of basic physics

Skill in patient positioning for imaging

Education

Completion of a 24-month diagnostic radiologic technology program

Tools

Advanced imaging software

Job description

This position is located at the Radiology Service with the VA San Diego Healthcare System. The Technologist receives and interprets requests or instructions for procedures in both CT and Angio/Interventional. The employee reviews pre-procedure laboratory test results to ensure safety for receiving iodinated contrast material (BUN, Creatinine) and confirms blood coagulation levels (PT, INR) are within safe limits.

Duties

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Requirements

Qualifications

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.
• English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• 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.
• Certification: Certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT)(R), and an advanced ARRT certification in computed tomography (CT).

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-10:

• Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to this position performing procedures related to CT/IR as well as general diagnostic procedures.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (must be demonstrated in resume):

Knowledge of radiation protection standards, devices, and techniques, including concepts of accumulated dosage, dose monitoring, and genetic changes.

Ability to utilize advanced imaging software that supports complex imaging programs and recognize changes in equipment and procedures that might result in increased exposures, and ability to recommend methods to prevent such exposures.

Knowledge of basic physics including concepts of energy, electric power, magnetic fields, and properties of x-ray, to understand the operation of the equipment.

Knowledge and skill in positioning of patients for a wide variety of highly complex imaging (CT, MRI, IR, ultrasound, mammography) studies.

Preferred Experience:

3 years of current and continuous CT and/or Interventional Radiology experience within the last 2 years. California Radiologic Technology certificate in Radiography and Fluoroscopy is highly desirable.

Reference:

For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

Physical Requirements:

Moderate lifting, moderate carrying, reaching above shoulders, use of fingers and hands required, walking, standing, and repeated bending.