U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Martinez, California, United States, 94553
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)
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Pay Range Base pay range: $127,048.00/yr - $145,729.00/yr.
Summary The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography) is assigned to the VA NORCAL Health Care System in the Diagnostic Imaging Service at the Martinez - CA VA. The DRT-CT performs computerized tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest, and body. These exams are performed using contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to conduct diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment.
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
English Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d)
Certification Requirement: 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 Computed Tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently – as applicable
Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and has 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 Requirement: 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)
Specialized Experience: Must have a certification in Computed Tomography (CT)
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)
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist – GS-10 Experience
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-9 – directly related to the position being filled – that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
Quality of Experience
Experience is only creditable if it was earned after completion of the fundamental certification requirements
Experience as a graduate DRT is creditable – provided the candidate functioned as a DRT and subsequently passed the certification examination
Part-Time Experience
Part-time experience as a DRT is creditable according to its relationship to the full-time workweek
For example – a DRT would receive one week of full-time credit for each two weeks of half-time work
Demonstrated Knowledge – Skills and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the basic requirements – the candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Knowledge of safety requirements for physical space pertaining to MR imaging area
Ability to establish and monitor access and safety requirements for the physical zones
Ability to develop and ensure that adequate written safety procedures – work instructions – emergency procedures – and operating instructions are issued and enforced
Knowledge of hazards posed by magnetic fields on implants – medical devices – hospital equipment and retained foreign bodies – and the development of measures taken against those hazards
Ability to train medical - technical - nursing and all other relevant staff groups (including ancillary workers) in all procedural aspects related to MR safety
Preferred Experience: 3 Years of experience in CT as well as ARRT Cert for Computed Tomography is required
References: VA Handbook 5005/119 – Part II – Appendix G25 – dated December 13 – 2019 – Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standards – GS-0647
The full performance level of this vacancy is at the GS-10 level
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-10
Physical Requirements – See VA Directive and Handbook 5019
Duties
Perform routine to moderately complex radiographic examination procedures using diagnostic x-ray equipment – such as fluoroscopic units and general diagnostic units.
Performs computerized tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest, and body – with and without the use of contrast materials.
Schedules exams in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
Confers with radiologists to determine the requirement of non-standard exams.
Determines technical factors – positioning, number, and thickness of scans – to produce and satisfy the requirements of CT scanning.
Schedules patients for examinations and notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention.
Performs CT angiography – including run-offs and pulmonary embolus studies.
Performs CT biopsies utilizing surgical sterile techniques.
Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT.
Performs quality control on the CT scanner as required.
Records contrast warmer temperatures daily.
Checks crash cart at the beginning of the shift.
Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure.
Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients.
Responsible for explaining exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done.
Responsible for stocking and inventory of all CT supplies and related materials.
Must report equipment malfunctions promptly to the supervisor and enter an electronic work order to Biomedical Engineering for repair.
Performs irregular‑hour emergency scans on‑call when necessary.
May be required to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations.
Continually reviews new developments in the field of computerized tomography.
Improves quality of exams by utilizing the latest available technologies.
Schedule Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Benefits
Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
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).
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 (maximum $416.66 monthly).
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
Health and other federal insurance programs (health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care).
Telework: Not available.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level.
Employment Type Full‑time.
Job Function Health Care Provider.
Industries Government Administration.
Contact Contact Susan.Bringel@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography)
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs .
Pay Range Base pay range: $127,048.00/yr - $145,729.00/yr.
Summary The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Computed Tomography) is assigned to the VA NORCAL Health Care System in the Diagnostic Imaging Service at the Martinez - CA VA. The DRT-CT performs computerized tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest, and body. These exams are performed using contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to conduct diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment.
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
English Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d)
Certification Requirement: 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 Computed Tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently – as applicable
Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and has 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 Requirement: 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)
Specialized Experience: Must have a certification in Computed Tomography (CT)
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)
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist – GS-10 Experience
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-9 – directly related to the position being filled – that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
Quality of Experience
Experience is only creditable if it was earned after completion of the fundamental certification requirements
Experience as a graduate DRT is creditable – provided the candidate functioned as a DRT and subsequently passed the certification examination
Part-Time Experience
Part-time experience as a DRT is creditable according to its relationship to the full-time workweek
For example – a DRT would receive one week of full-time credit for each two weeks of half-time work
Demonstrated Knowledge – Skills and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the basic requirements – the candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Knowledge of safety requirements for physical space pertaining to MR imaging area
Ability to establish and monitor access and safety requirements for the physical zones
Ability to develop and ensure that adequate written safety procedures – work instructions – emergency procedures – and operating instructions are issued and enforced
Knowledge of hazards posed by magnetic fields on implants – medical devices – hospital equipment and retained foreign bodies – and the development of measures taken against those hazards
Ability to train medical - technical - nursing and all other relevant staff groups (including ancillary workers) in all procedural aspects related to MR safety
Preferred Experience: 3 Years of experience in CT as well as ARRT Cert for Computed Tomography is required
References: VA Handbook 5005/119 – Part II – Appendix G25 – dated December 13 – 2019 – Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standards – GS-0647
The full performance level of this vacancy is at the GS-10 level
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-10
Physical Requirements – See VA Directive and Handbook 5019
Duties
Perform routine to moderately complex radiographic examination procedures using diagnostic x-ray equipment – such as fluoroscopic units and general diagnostic units.
Performs computerized tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest, and body – with and without the use of contrast materials.
Schedules exams in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.
Confers with radiologists to determine the requirement of non-standard exams.
Determines technical factors – positioning, number, and thickness of scans – to produce and satisfy the requirements of CT scanning.
Schedules patients for examinations and notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention.
Performs CT angiography – including run-offs and pulmonary embolus studies.
Performs CT biopsies utilizing surgical sterile techniques.
Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT.
Performs quality control on the CT scanner as required.
Records contrast warmer temperatures daily.
Checks crash cart at the beginning of the shift.
Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure.
Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients.
Responsible for explaining exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done.
Responsible for stocking and inventory of all CT supplies and related materials.
Must report equipment malfunctions promptly to the supervisor and enter an electronic work order to Biomedical Engineering for repair.
Performs irregular‑hour emergency scans on‑call when necessary.
May be required to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations.
Continually reviews new developments in the field of computerized tomography.
Improves quality of exams by utilizing the latest available technologies.
Schedule Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Benefits
Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
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).
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 (maximum $416.66 monthly).
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
Health and other federal insurance programs (health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care).
Telework: Not available.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level.
Employment Type Full‑time.
Job Function Health Care Provider.
Industries Government Administration.
Contact Contact Susan.Bringel@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
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