Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

<p>Position is located at the James H. Quillen VAMC, Mountain Home, TN in the Radiology Department. The employee is an intermittent functional Diagnostic Radiologic Technician. The incumbent operates equipment both mobile and fixed radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment and assists the radiologist/physician in fluoroscopic procedures as part of the diagnostic plan for patients.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Functions or Duties of this position include but are not limited to: IMAGING PROFESSIONAL: Coordinates daily schedule and consults with other medical center physicians, clinical, administrative, and clerical personnel of next day and future day's availability for patient examinations. Employee works independently after normal duty hours, weekends, and holidays. Reviews request for appropriateness before performing exams. Uses appropriateness criteria, the clinical history provided on the request, interviews the patient, reviews the patient chart, or contacts the ordering clinician as needed for clarification. Conduct an orderly flow of patients by prompt scheduling of patients and being thoroughly knowledgeable of all protocols to aid inquiries of anyone needing to know the status and availability of specialized program studies. Ensures compliance in hospital safety and radiation safety protocols in addition to infection control and universal precautions always in accordance with age and/or gender specific departmental procedures. Utilizes the hospital system's electronic medical record system along with the radiology PACS management system and participates in other clerical activities to ensure smooth workflow and provide documentation for the patient chart. DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST (REGISTERED): Prior to imaging, incumbent selects and sets protocols for each individualized patient examination. Safely transfers patients from stretcher or wheelchair to radiographic table Anticipates the imaging and equipment needs before and during the procedures Follows the progress of the procedure and facilitated flow Prepares room, equipment, and material needed for patient procedures Follows prescribed protocols required to perform procedures Observes patients during procedures and reports complications or unusual events Utilize independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis Checks and makes minor adjustments to equipment Reports equipment failure to supervisor/appropriate staff Always maintains a clean work area and adequate level of supplies within their assigned rooms Carry out assigned tasks independently, varied assignments, including special and complex radiographic procedures Performs the full spectrum of radiographic exams, including standard radiographs, gastrointestinal exams, and genitourinary exams Utilizes textbooks and radiologist to perform exams requiring specialized or modified techniques Performs digital radiography, image manipulation, configures the image and verifies patient information before transmitting them to the PACS system Responsible for the quality assurance of the image (positioning/label/technique/network information) prior to transmission to the PACS network. Can digitize films/burn CDs for the network and/or transmission to offsite locations. Maintains the detectors/workstations (i.e.: primary/secondary plate erase, cleanliness of QA stations, etc.) as directed by the manufacturer Reports obvious abnormalities to radiologist before patient leaves department Maintain optimal imaging handling and processing conditions of the x-ray equipment Reviews history in CPRS for allergies Prepares oral contrast (barium or other contrast agents) Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Intermittent Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 60175F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): 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. 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/.