MRI/MRSO Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

<p>This position is for a non-supervisory MRI Technologist, MR Safety Officer position at the Robley Rex Medical Center. MRI Technologist, MR Safety Officer at this level generally have a higher level of responsibility for technical oversight, and are expected to carry out assigned tasks of considerable difficulty independently.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>The incumbent is certified/licensed by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) and has demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills abilities, and other "core competencies" associated with current radiologic technology practice. The duties will include but are not limited to: Chairs the MRI Safety Committee, and prepares and presents reports for the facility safety committee. She/He is responsible for the committee charter and meeting agendas MRSO maintains all aspects of MRI safety regulatory compliance MRSO is responsible to educate required employees in a one time MRI safety course, and an annual update course for those employees with a high probability of encountering the MRI environment Perform competency reviews for employees within the MRI section Provides orientation and training to employees and students within his/her section Safeguards the MRI Scanning environment sufficient to maintain a safe condition at all times Provides input for the development of policy and procedure for the MRI section, pursuant to the delivery of MRI services at the highest possible standard of patient safety, in accordance with the recommendations of the American College of Radiology, The Joint Commission and Veterans Health Administration (VHA) policies Interprets requests and instructions from medical providers, under the guidance of the Radiologist Properly identifies patient by confirming patient name and social security number. This is essential so that mistaken identity of patient images does not occur Informs the patient about the examination, securing their trust, confidence, and cooperation Performs/coordinates the performance of various modality Quality Assurance measures, and preventative maintenance tasks with either biomedical engineering service or equipment vendors as necessary Work Schedule: Rotating 10 hour shifts with Rotating days off. On call rotation. Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 40817F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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. 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/.