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    Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Providence, RI, United States - Veterans Health Administration

    Veterans Health Administration
    Veterans Health Administration Providence, RI, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Summary


    This position is eligible for EDRP, a student loan payment reimbursement program.

    You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements IAW VHA policy & submit your EDRP application within 4 months of your start date.

    Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (1-5 years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

    Contact VISN1 EDRP Support for questions/assistance.

    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:
    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 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
    • 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)


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


    • 7402(d), and 7407(d)
    • 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-11: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-10) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies needed to provide services as a quality control technologist, DRT team leader, supervisory radiologic technologist, PACS technologist, clinical program director, or an assistant chief radiologic technologist
    • In addition, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation
    • Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage section workload, quality, performance, and productivity
    • Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution
    • Ability to supervise technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic exams (CT, MRI, Special Procedures, Mammography, Ultrasound)
    • Ability to interview and evaluate candidates for positions, evaluate subordinate performance, recommend appointments, advancements, or recommend or take appropriate disciplinary actions
    • Skill in participating in organizational facility initiatives, workgroups, and/or committees
    Preferred Experience: 10+ years experience and prior leadership in MRI


    References:
    VA Handbook 5005/119 PART II APPENDIX G25

    Physical Requirements:
    Lift, move or push heavy equipment, specifically cassettes, mobile x-ray equipment, stretchers and/or wheelchairs with patients in them


    • Assist in lifting patients who may be paralyzed, comatose or otherwise incapacitated, from stretchers or wheelchairs to x-ray tables and back
    • Provide physical assistance and care for patients in a timely manner in all circumstances
    • Reach overhead in order to manipulate an x-ray tube.

    Duties

    "This Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist position is in Radiology services at the Providence VA Medical Center, located at the Providence location.
    This position is a full-time at 40 per week.

    The incumbent evaluates new products and equipment and makes recommendations to the supervisor concerning upgrades/new purchases that would improve operations.

    The incumbent develops and maintains protocol manuals for procedures performed in the section.
    The incumbent is responsible for implementation and adherence to all safety practices and policies for the section.
    Duties include but not limited to: Performs imaging using DR and CR.
    All examinations are processed digitally.

    This work includes computer manipulation (window/level), correct orientation of the images, patient image acquisition through work list and releasing images to the PACS storage system and burning of images to CD.

    Knowledge of procedures results in accurate and properly processed radiographs.
    Assists radiologist during fluoroscopic examinations.
    Prepares oral contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for oral exams of the GI tract.
    These procedures may require the use of barium suspension, gastrografin, and sodium bicarbonate crystals.

    Responsible to the radiologist and supervisor for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams performed in order to assure a high level of acceptability of radiographs while minimizing patient radiation dose.

    Advises radiologist, participating providers or referring physicians of examinations requiring their immediate attention.
    Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patient, staff and self.
    This is achieved by the use of lead aprons, lead gloves, lead shields, lead-lined walls and collimation.
    The technologist assures compliance with radiation regulations for all staff including the wearing of film badges.

    The technologist must also be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the facility and participate in quality assurance activities as directed.

    Documents all fluoroscopy doses after completion of the examination according to PVAMC policy.

    Performs other imaging related duties as assigned including but not limited to PICC line insertion, lumbar puncture, PCN tube changes and other fluoroscopic procedures.


    Work Schedule:
    Monday - Friday; 7:00a.m.

    -3:30p.m.


    Compressed/Flexible:
    Not Authorized.


    Telework:
    Not Authorized.


    Virtual:
    This is not a virtual position.
    Functional Statement #: 650-F05878 Relocation/

    Recruitment Incentives:
    Not Authorized.

    EDRP Authorized:
    Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
    Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
    Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

    Financial Disclosure Report:
    Not required.

    Notifications:
    This position is in the Excepted Service.
    Due to a critical staffing shortage, 38 U.S.C.
    § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference for this job announcement.

    THIS OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT (OCA) ESTABLISHES A STANDING REGISTER OF ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS, which closes on 9/30/2024 The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 5/14/2024 with subsequent reviews every other week as additional vacancies occur, or on an as-needed basis, until positions are filled.

    Please see the \"What To Expect Next\" area of the announcement which provides additional information on the referral process for this type of announcement.

    This position is not a Bargaining Unit position.
    This position is covered by a special rate.

    Narrative responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) may be required from the selectee in order to proceed with the appointment.

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