Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Interventional Radiography)

<p>This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Works closely with radiologists, clinicians, procedural nurses, and trainee DRT technologists to assure optimum quality control, coordination of activities, and that high­ quality diagnostic imaging results are achieved Performs IR studies of the human anatomy and operates the following IR Digital Radiology Equipment. Duties for the position include but are not limited to: Performs ballon angioplasty, vena cava filter placement, percutaneous nephrostomy, biliary drainage and stenting, embolization, stent-graft placement, liver embolization, abscess drainage, dialysis graft studies, which can Include angiogram, analysis and measurement of an occlusion, and determination of the size and type of balloon angioplasty and/or stent, uterine fibroid embolization, chest tube placement/check, PICC-line placement, tunneled dialysis catheter, placement of central venous lines - for long and short term venous access dialysis graft studies - for evaluation and angioplasty treatment of stenotic arteriovenous shunts In dialysis patients, thrombosis - treatment.. Utilizes ancillary software to analyze images for measurement of anatomy and to increase Image resolution to assist radiologists/ proceduralist in optimal patient diagnosis, Intervention, and care. Performs hybrid OR/IR procedures in conjunction with vascular surgery. Schedules to performs emergency interventional Radiology or Vascular procedures that require advanced imaging capability. Serves as a liaison between the radiologists/ Proceduralist and applications specialist, engineering, and field-service representatives, on facilitating software upgrades, service, and repairs for the Hybrid procedure suite. Maintains the quality assurance program of the hybrid suites, by performing tests of quality control as required and directed by the manufacturer. Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to the patient, staff, and self. This is achieved using lead aprons, lead gloves, lead shields, and collimation. Participates in quality improvement as directed, to ensure that all performance measures established by the Medical Center, Vision 21, VA Central Office, JCAHO, OSHA, SOARS, and Inspector General. performs quality radiographic images; positions patients in accordance the with established protocols and procedures to ensure the demonstration of the anatomy of clinical interest. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 07614-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHAV21CCOEEDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p><h3>Requirements</h3>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. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. 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). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>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/.