Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Ultrasound)

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal healthcare provider in Fayetteville, North Carolina is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to perform complex ultrasound imaging examinations. The ideal candidate will have ARRT certification and a strong background in patient care. Responsibilities include reviewing ultrasound requests, operating sonography equipment, and training staff. Benefits include competitive salary and federal insurance programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Parental leave

Child care subsidy

Retirement options

Federal insurance programs

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Certification by the ARRT (Radiography) required.
• Completed training in diagnostic radiologic technology.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing requests for ultrasounds and determining best approaches.
• Positioning patients and explaining procedures.
• Operating sonography equipment and performing various exams.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

Patient care

Sonography equipment operation

Quality control programs

Education

Certification in radiologic technology

Completion of a 24-month accredited training course

Job description

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) assignments at this level are above the full performance level, performing the full range of duties. Performs a wide variety of complex ultrasound (US) imaging examinations for FVAMC patients to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury.

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 in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology - Radiography (ARRT) (R)
• Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments involving computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), Ultrasound (US), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently.
• Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months or the equivalent in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, accredited by JRCERT or recognized agencies.
• Credentialing standards as per Public Law 97-35 and 42 CFR Part 75.

Grade Determinations:

GS-9 level requires at least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade, demonstrating clinical competencies. Incumbents are fully functional as advanced DRTs, performing complex imaging procedures independently, and may have specialized assignments.

Duties include:

• Reviewing requests for US examinations and determining the best approach for patient care.
• Positioning patients and explaining procedures.
• Operating sonography equipment and performing exams such as AAA, abdominal, carotid, DVT, gallbladder, kidney, liver, pelvis, scrotum, spleen, thyroid, venous Doppler, biopsies, etc.
• Monitoring patient condition, assisting radiologists, training personnel, developing training plans, and maintaining equipment and quality control programs.

Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Benefits include competitive salary, paid time off, parental leave, child care subsidy, retirement options, and federal insurance programs.