Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography) Position Available In Alachua, Florida

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Details

Posted:

12-May-25

Location:

Gainesville, Florida

Categories:

Allied Health

Internal Number:

826397200
Summary
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

• a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval
• award amount (up to $200
• 000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

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 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT)
  Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent [can operate independently] and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination
  [In modalities that require advanced certification•to support their continued development•technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist.

]

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).

]

Physical Requirements:

See VA Directive and Handbook 5019

English Language Proficiency:

DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d)

• and 7407(d) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
  Must have advanced ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) certification

Grade Determinations:

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (GS-09) Experience
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level

• directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
  Assignments
  For all assignments above the full performance level
• the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope
• complexity (difficulty)
• and range of variety
• and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time
  DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments: [Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist]
  Employees at this level are fully functional as an advanced DRT and carry out their assigned tasks independently
  DRTs 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
  Regardless of the nature of the specific assignment•the work must be of sufficient scope and complexity to meet the knowledge•skills•and abilities to perform at this level
  The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (•): i
  •Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures
  ii
  Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record•significant others•and health care providers
  iii
  •Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure
  iv
  Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography
  v
  Knowledge of physical assessment•aseptic techniques•intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions
  vi
  Knowledge of pre-procedural•procedural•and post-procedural care of patients

Reference:

VA Handbook 5005/119

• Part II Appendix G25
• date December 13
• 2019
  Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists
  Qualification Standard GS-0647
  VA Handbook/Directive 5005 this can be found in the local Human Resources Office

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands of the work include: Heavy lifting

• 45 pounds and over
  moderate carrying
• 15-44 pounds
  pushing up to 4 hours
  reaching above shoulder
  use of fingers
• good dexterity (both hands required)
  prolonged walking
• prolonged standing
  repeated bending
  ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
  far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20
  ability to distinguish basic colors
  hearing (aid permitted)
  speed in working
  and emotional stability
  Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron for possibly long periods of time
  Work is performed in a health care setting
  Work may involve exposure to infection and possible contagious diseases
  Standard precautions and isolation techniques will be employed as indicated
  There is occasion where response to physical and/or verbal abuse by patients requires knowledge gained from ongoing violence in the workplace training
  Working conditions include: outside and inside work•exposure to radiant energy•constant noise (machinery/equipment)•working around hazardous machinery with moving parts•working closely with others.

Duties
Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for qualified applicants
VA Careers

• Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist:

  https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf At full performance level

• the incumbent performs Computed Tomography procedures and examinations
• with and without the use of contrast materials
• to achieve diagnostic studies to assist Radiologist to establish diagnosis and treatment
  Major duties include
• but are not limited to: Performs computerized tomography of the head
• neck
• spine
• chest and body Performs routine radiographic exams Performs a spectrum advanced imaging examinations
  The type of examinations performed includes cardiac angiography
• brain perfusions
• and virtual colonography
  The technologist will perform technical work in support of Diagnostic Imaging under the direction of a physician
  Operates all computed tomography equipment
• and assists the radiologist in biopsy
• drainage
• microwave ablation
• and peripheral vascular procedures as part of the diagnostic plan for patients
  Performs peripheral and visceral CT Angiography of the neurological
• cardiovascular
• abdominal systems and extremities
  These angiographic studies include cerebral
• renal
• hepatic
• mesenteric
• aortic
• femoral
• etc
  Performs retrospective reformatted images of CT and angiographic studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure
  Maintains proficiency on 3D reconstruction techniques
  Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients
• staff and self
  Responsible for stocking and inventory of all CT and angiography supplies and related materials
  Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT/angiography and other exams
  Rotates to different locations within NF/SG Diagnostic Imaging Service
  Subject to Call-back status and holiday coverage

Work Schedule:

9:00 am

• 5:30 pm
• Monday
• Friday / 8:00 am
• 6:30 pm
• Wednesday
• Saturday / 8:00am
• 6:30 pm
• Wednesday
• Saturday / 11:00am
• 9:30 pm
• Wednesday
• Friday
• 1:30pm
• 12:00 am Saturday / 9:30 pm
• 8:00 am
• Saturday
• Tuesday / 8:00 am
• 4:30 pm Monday
• Friday Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized to qualified applicants
• Not to Exceed 20% for 2 year service agreement Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): May be authorized to qualified applicants
• Not To Exceed 20% for 2 year service agreement

EDRP Authorized:

Contact VISN8CCoE@va.gov

• the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
  Learn more

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)

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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual
• based on prior [work experience] or military service experience

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.

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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)

Telework:

Not Authorized Virtual:

This is not a virtual position
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Maybe authorized
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