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    Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Martinez, United States - Veterans Health Administration

    Veterans Health Administration
    Veterans Health Administration Martinez, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program.

    You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

    Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

    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:

    • A

    United States Citizenship:
    Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy

    • B

    English Proficiency:
    Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C

    • 7402(d), and 7407(d) C

    Certification Requirement:
    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 D

    Education Requirement:
    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)

    • E

    Grandfathering Provision:
    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

    • F

    Grade Determination:
    In addition to the basic requirements above, applicants must meet the following grade requirements

    • Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, GS-8 Experience
    • At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-7, directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
    • Quality of Experience
    • Experience is only creditable if it was earned after completion of the basic certification requirements
    • Experience as a graduate DRT is creditable provided the candidate functioned as a DRT and subsequently passed the certification examination
    • Part-Time Experience
    • Part-time experience as a DRT is creditable according to its relationship to the full-time workweek
    • For example, a DRT would receive one week of full- time credit for each two weeks of half-time work Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the basic requirements, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: (a) Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines
    • (b) Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to make adjustments as needed
    • (c) Knowledge of patient's clinical record, diagnosis, and laboratory results
    • (d) Ability to monitor patient's physiologic changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist informed
    • (e) Skill in using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with the customer base, patients, staff, family, visitors, and volunteers
    • (f) Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and cross-sectional anatomy, recognizing unusual images, and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest
    • G

    References:
    VA Handbook 5005/119, Part II, Appendix G25, dated December 13, 2019, Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standards, GS-0647

    • H

    Physical Requirements:
    See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8

    • The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-8 Duties "VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career- This DRT position is at the full performance level. Candidates at this grade level must be 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.
    Assigned Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
    Performs a variety of difficult radiographic examinations with the Diagnostic Imaging Department. Oversees the daily flow of exams to assure that patients will be seen in a timely manner.

    Maintains effective control of Radiology area by coordinating, planning, organizing and executing the work potential to expedite workflow patterns within the departments.

    Responsible for creating, implementing, collecting, critiquing, and preparing all written and oral reports of up-to-date data is necessary for the completion of continuous and/or problem focused quality assurance.

    Keeps abreast of technological advances in the fields of radiology and incorporates these advances in the fields of Radiology and Cardiology and these advances.

    Provides training and inservice programs to aid in the instruction of nurses and physicians on procedures, operation and or maintenance of new and excisting medical equipment.

    Provides training and inservice programs to aid in the instruction of nurses and physicians. Troubleshoots equipment used in diagnostic radiologic procedures and can make minor repairs and/or adjustments. Receives and interprets all radiology requests. Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. Coordinates all activities of radiology department with Sacramento Radiology department to provide maximum patient care.


    Work Schedule:

    8:00am- 4:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.

    Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.


    Learn more Pay:
    Competitive salary and regular salary increases
    Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)

    Parental Leave:
    After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child


    Child Care Subsidy:
    After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $ Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

    Telework:

    Not Available Virtual:
    This is not a virtual position


    Functional Statement #:
    Permanent Change of Station (PCS):

    Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
    Not required"
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