Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomograph

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography) performs routine to moderately complex Computed Tomography examination procedures. This specialty modality requires specific knowledge of cross sectional human anatomy and its application in spiral, and / or, multi-slice computer tomography, inclusive of 3-D reconstruction scans, including drainages, biopsies, and peripheral vascular examinations.

Duties may include :

• Establishing workflow of CT schedule in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
• Conferring with radiologists to determine the requirement of non-standard exams.
• Determining technical factors, positioning, number, and thickness of scans, etc., to produce and satisfy the requirements of CT scanning.
• Performing CT angiography, including run-offs and pulmonary embolus studies.
• Assisting with performance of CT biopsies utilizing surgical sterile techniques.
• Performing quality control on the CT scanner as required.
• Performing reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure.
• Maintaining records and files of exams performed on patients.
• Properly identifying patient images; cases out in Vista / transfers CT images to PACS and marks as reviewed for radiologist reporting of CT study.
• Explaining exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done, as well as any adverse reactions, if any, that may occur.
• Responsible for stocking and inventory of all CT supplies and related materials.
• Performing irregular-hour emergency scans on-call when necessary.
• May be required to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations.
• Continually reviews new developments in the field of computerized tomography.

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 8 : 00-4 : 30pm, on-call

Pay : Competitive salary and regular salary increases

Paid Time Off : 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 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 $416.66.

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)

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.

Subject to background / security investigation.

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.

Qualifications

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.

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)

Preferred Experience : Two years (2) Computed Tomography experience

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09.