Radiologic Technologist Part-Time Weekend Day Shift - Seattle, WA, United States - Veterans Health Administration

Description

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.

Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy

• Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), [or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable
• 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
• 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
• Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists must be proficient in spoken and written English
• Peace Corps,AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., spiritual; community; Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment

Grade Determinations:
GS-5: Entry Level (a) Experience or Education

• DRTs at this level operate and monitor commonly used equipment performing routine procedures under normal supervision
• Deviations from regular procedures, unanticipated problems, and unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor for a decision or help
• Some assignments at this level also include developmental duties involving more complex procedures designed to prepare the technician for promotion to higher grades in a functional area
• Such duties would be performed under closer supervision
• Developmental Level (a) Experience
• At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level or the successful completion of one full academic year of graduate education leading to a degree in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging
• (Employees at this grade level serve as developmental DRTs, performing examinations which are routine and standardized in nature
• They must also troubleshoot equipment used for diagnostic radiology and exercise extreme caution in the handling and safeguarding of all radiation producing equipment
• DRTs must report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner to service representatives and assist higher graded technologists in performing more complicated examinations
• Knowledge of radiographic producing equipment; and Ability to learn basic computer functions
• GS-7: Advanced Developmental Level (a) Experience
• or the successful completion of one full academic year of graduate education leading to a degree in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging; or successful completion of an advanced registry program, with certification, in addition to a 4-year baccalaureate degree program in radiography or other directly related field to diagnostic radiology/imaging
• In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of the technical adequacy of the digital image, including the ability to adjust the image quality in the digital system; Knowledge of different contrast material required for the requested study; Knowledge of the function of computed radiography, Phosphor cassettes and computed radiography (CR) readers; Knowledge of PACS systems, and basic computer skills; GS-8: Full Performance Level (a) Experience
• Employees at this grade level serve as staff DRTs at the full performance level
• In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines; Knowledge of patient's clinical record, diagnosis, and laboratory results; Skill in using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with the customer base, patients, staff, family, visitors, and volunteers; This can be found in the local Human Resources Office
• The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.

It is expected that they receive guidance from more experienced staff members for more complex patient issues and require daily and direct supervision.

Major duties and responsibilities include but may not be limited to: Performs routine radiographs, portable exams, fluoroscopy, and OR imaging with supervision.

Performs routine administrative procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate imaging records.
Receives and interprets all radiology requests.
Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer.

Schedules appointments, processes exam requests, and registers patient exams, cancels and case edits exams in the Radiology Information System (RIS).

Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions and for the purpose of performing oral and rectal exams of the GI tract.

The radiographer is qualified to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary.
The radiographer must know the effects and adverse reactions of the contrast materials.

Improper use or administration of the contrast materials run the risk of patient mortality; Adverse reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient or equipment.

Utilizes PACS for acquisition, transmission, storage, and review of images, performs QC of all completed studies to ensure timely and accurate interpretation by the Radiologist.

Performs Quality Control procedures, with supervision, which may include (but not limited to) the following: Reject/repeat image analysis, Lead apron & glove radiation verification.

Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients and staff while applying elements of the As Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Principle.

Film badges are worn by the radiographer to assure compliance to radiation regulations.
Interviews patient obtaining pertinent medical history and precise medication usage as it pertains to the examination being performed.

Identifies patient with at least 2 patient identifiers in accordance with VAPORHCS policy, confirms identity on order, properly identifies patient images and utilizes L(eft) and R(ight) markers.

Identifies system errors and work with the Supervisor, Assistant Chief Tech and BioMed department to facilitate the effective and timely service of radiographic equipment.

Additional duties as necessary within the scope of practice for Diagnostic Radiography.

Work Schedule:
Day shift with rotating call during after hours, weekends, and holidays.
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Please contact the EDRP Coordinator @

Learn more Pay:

Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.

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 $416.

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" #J-18808-Ljbffr