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The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), position is assigned to the Medical Imaging, Radiology Service, Magnetic Resonance Imaging section within the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center. The Lead DRT (MR) at this level may have varying assignments including special and complex imaging procedures beyond the full performance level, clinical instruction, and basic QM type duties within the program.
Learn more about this agency12/04/2024 to 12/13/2024
$85,330 - $110,926 per year
GS 11
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
Not required
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Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
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CAZP-12629675-25-YS
821986700
OPEN TO CURRENT PERMANENT DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS AND JESSE BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER AND CBOC EMPLOYEES ONLY. FIRST AREA OF CONSIDERATION WILL BE JESSE BROWN VA MEDICAL CENTER AND CBOC EMPLOYEES. SECOND AREA OF CONSIDERATION WILL BE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS EMPLOYEES.
The Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, Magnetic Resonance Imaging must be educated in the safety factors governing a magnetic environment that patients, visitors, and equipment enter.
The Technologist must have specific specialized knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, how it relates to the soft tissues and vessels of the human body, and knowledge of changes to systems and organs caused by common medical and surgical diseases.
Requires the Technologist be available within 60 minutes from receipt of call so that proper and effective emergency care can be given to the patient.Responsible for assuming various rotating schedules as determined by the Operations Manager, Radiology Service.
Performs MRI imaging of the peripheral and visceral vessels through MR Angiography of the abdominal systems and extremities.
Assures that MRI patients are screened in advance for any contraindicating conditions including renal function for patients requiring contrast agents per Radiology service policy.
Responsible for explaining exams and risks to competent patients so the patient understands what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible.
Technologist advises Radiologists or referring physicians of examination results and notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention. Ability to monitor patient Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes.
Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the Radiologist that are used in MRI, to include general, specialized, MR Angiography, and all other exams.
Receives and interprets all radiology requests for accuracy, appropriateness; date desired and maintains a thorough knowledge of the ordering process.
Inputs pertinent information into the designated computer systems and has knowledge to register, complete, cancel and edit exams.
Performs and completes imaging studies within the established guidelines for STAT, pre-op, urgent and routine exams.Ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient.
Responsible for operating and maximizing utilization of all equipment.
Independently identifies, performs and completes active radiologic exams.
Coordinates examinations that require radiologist direction around physician availability, maximizing exam room effectiveness.
Responsible for stocking and inventory of all supplies, notifying Supervisor when supplies are not available and monitoring expiration dates to ensure all items are within compliance.
Responsible for minor equipment adjustments, repairs and exercises care in the handling and safeguarding of all equipment.
Adheres to Radiation Safety guidelines, properly determines applying technical factors to ensure ALARA dose optimization, positioning, required views, etc. to produce and satisfy requirements for diagnostic imaging.
Responsible for MRI department oversight and workflow delegating tasks to Technologists to keep the department running smoothly and keeping patient wait times to a minimum.
Coordinates all scheduled, inpatient, STAT, Urgent, walk-in, and add-on patients into the daily schedule while keeping patient wait times to a minimum.
Coordinates staff rest periods and meal breaks as to not disrupt patient flow.
Participates in departmental development and training, including staff scheduling, interviewing, selection, orientation, competency, education, and evaluation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: MONDAY - FRIDAY - 2:30PM - 11:00PM OR 3:30PM - MIDNIGHT SHIFT ROTATION ONCALL/WEEKEND ROTATION
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00876F
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
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This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/13/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12629675.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
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