Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - General Radiology

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist position is based at the Golden VA CBOC in Golden, CO. It carries full performance level responsibilities with independent radiologic services in general or specialized areas, and occasional oversight for highly complex issues.

Applicants must meet basic requirements including U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, ARRT certification, and a 24-month radiologic technology program. The role may involve various tours and on-call status.

Qualifications

• Certification in general radiologic technology by ARRT (R) is required.
• Advanced ARRT certification is required for CT, MRI, or Mammography duties when performed independently.
• On-the-job training may be provided for advanced modalities by a certified technologist.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic radiologic services independently with occasional oversight.
• Operate in specialized or general radiologic technology areas as assigned.
• Maintain patient safety and radiologic technology standards during procedures.

Skills

Check system operation and performance

Calibration parameters knowledge

Access to patient clinical records and

Monitor patient physiologic changes

Tact, diplomacy, courtesy with diverse

Anatomy and cross-sectional anatomy

Education

24-month post-high school radiologic technology program certificate/associate degree (JRCERT or DOE recognized)

Job description

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) at this level serves at the full performance level. The DRT is qualified to independently provide services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services, with only occasional oversight or direction for highly complex issues. The DRT will be assigned to the Golden VA CBOC in Golden, CO. The DRT will be available to work various tours and on-call status as deemed necessary.

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.

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).

Basic Requirements

• United States Citizenship: . Be a citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g.)
• English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken & written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
• 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), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), [or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable]. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent [can operate independently] and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. [In modalities that require advanced certification, to support their continued development, technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist.]
• 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 Determinations

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist], GS-8

• Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.
• Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 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.

Preferred Experience

Candidates must hold AART (R) certification. General Radiology experience of 2 or more years preferred.

Reference

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

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is a GS-8

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of the work include heavy lifting of 45 pounds and over, moderate carrying of 15-44
pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required), prolonged walking, prolonged standing, repeated bending, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, ability to distinguish basic colors, hearing (aid permitted), speed in working, and emotional stability. Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron for possibly long periods of time.