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VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
Posted: July 4, 2024
Summary
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT)-Computed Tomography (CT) performs routine to moderately complex radiographic procedures with the use of diagnostic x-ray equipment in the Angiography and Cardiac Catheterization Lab.
- Open Continuous Announcement -
Applications will be pulled and rated for referral until the position is filled. Once a selection has been made, no further candidates will be rated/referred unless further vacancies occur. This announcement may be canceled at any time.
This job is open to
Open to US Citizens.
VideosDuties
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) performs angiography of the head, neck spine, chest and body. Performs Cardiac Catheterizations. These exams are performed with and without the use of contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment. Coverage is to both the Cardiology and Vascular sections, equally. For this grade level a minimum of 25% (10hrs) is spent working as both a Cardiac and Angiographic Technologist.
Assigned Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Requirements Conditions of Employment
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
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT)-Computed Tomography (CT) performs routine to moderately complex radiographic procedures with the use of diagnostic x-ray equipment in the Angiography and Cardiac Catheterization Lab.
- Open Continuous Announcement -
Applications will be pulled and rated for referral until the position is filled. Once a selection has been made, no further candidates will be rated/referred unless further vacancies occur. This announcement may be canceled at any time.
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Open to US Citizens.
VideosDuties
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) performs angiography of the head, neck spine, chest and body. Performs Cardiac Catheterizations. These exams are performed with and without the use of contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment. Coverage is to both the Cardiology and Vascular sections, equally. For this grade level a minimum of 25% (10hrs) is spent working as both a Cardiac and Angiographic Technologist.
Assigned Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Coordinates exams in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
- Confers with cardiology and vascular providers to determine requirement of non-standard exams.
- Determines exam technical factors, patient positioning, frames per second, table configuration and image orientation to produce and satisfy requirements of cardiac and vascular scanning.
- Operates highly technical radiation producing equipment under the direction of Vascular, Cardiology and Radiology providers.
- Performs cardiac catheterization and angiographic procedures, under sterile conditions.
- Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policies/techniques with emphasis on sterile technique; the storage of sterile supplies; the disposal of body fluids and 'sharps'; proper attire; hand washing practices; and continuing education.
- Works with the radiologist as a member of the radiographic team. Must assist and anticipate the needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam. Must be continuously on the alert for the patient's condition, sterile field, catheter and guide wire sizes and configurations, etc.
- Prepares contrast materials that are used for various exams. Improper use or administration of the contrast materials run the risk of patient mortality and, therefore, it is essential that a thorough understanding of the contrast material usage is possessed by those who prepare it.
- Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient.
- Is able to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary.
- Performs quality control on the Lab scanner as required. Records contrast warmer temperature daily.
- Checks crash cart at beginning of shift.
- Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients.
- Properly identifies patient images.
- The technologist must be certain that the patient I.D. band and the request are identical.
- Confirms patient identity by following NCHCS' Patient Identification Policy Statement.
- Explains exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as any adverse reactions.
- Stocks and inventories of all Cardiac and Angiographic supplies and related materials.
- Reports equipment malfunctions in a timely manner to the supervisor and enter an electronic work order to Biomedical Engineering for repair.
- Performs irregular hour emergency scans on-call; when necessary.
- Requires the technologist be available within 45 minutes from receipt of call so that proper and effective emergency care can be given to the patient.
- Performs diagnostic radiographic examinations. Continually reviews new developments in the fields of Angio and Cardiac Cath. Is continually on the alert to improve quality of exams utilizing the new technologies available.
- Provides patients with the best possible scans for diagnostic purposes.
- 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.
- Assures compliance to radiation regulations and wears film badges.
- Ensures practice the safety policies/procedures of the medical center and participates in quality assurance activities as directed.
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Requirements Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
- All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
- You may be required to serve a probationary period.
- Subject to background/security investigation.
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
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 com.
Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site
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