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    Diagnstc Radiologic Technologist - Palo Alto, United States - VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION

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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.

    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:

    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 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 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).

    ] 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:
    Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography), GS-09 Experience
    At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): *Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures
    Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers
    *Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure
    Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography
    Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions
    Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients

    Assignment:
    The complex nature of breast disease involves multiple imaging modalities
    This specialty involves the specific knowledge and abilities to perform complex imaging of the breast
    Mammographers must be able to employ specialized mammographic image techniques such as magnification views and implant views of the breast
    The mammographer is required to be completely familiar with, and adhere to, all U.S
    Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines regulating the practice of mammography, radiation safety, and quality assurance requirements
    Mammographers are subject to the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992 (MQSA) and regulated by the FDA

    References:
    VA Handbook 5005, part II, Appendix G25 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09
    The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-09

    Physical Requirements:
    See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements.

    Duties

    "VA Careers - Social Work: The position is that of a Mammography/Diagnostics Technologist who functions above the fully functional level and primarily responsible for the performance of Mammography, General Radiology, and other modalities if applicable, within the Palo Alto Health Care System.
    The Mammography/Diagnostic Technologist has the overall responsibility for the coordination and performance of the mammography section.

    He/she works closely with the mammo radiologist and coordinates with the Chief Technologist, the Assistant Chief Technologist, Lead Technologist, Technologists, Radiologists, Clinicians and Clerical staff to assure optimum quality control, ensure patient safety in accordance with JCAHO, FDA, and VHA policy, efficient coordination of activities, high quality screening and diagnostic exam results, and patient satisfaction at PAVA and CBOC locations.


    Work Schedule:
    Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
    Functional Statement #: 02579F Relocation/

    Recruitment Incentives:
    Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Contact susan.bringel@, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
    Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

    Financial Disclosure Report:
    Not required This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2024.
    The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be December 27th, 2023.

    Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.

    "


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