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Summary
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) at the GS-8 level serves in an advanced developmental capacity at the full performance level. The DRT performs a substantially full range of duties in general radiology. The DRT receives guidance and directions regarding unfamiliar or unusual situations for more complex patient issues. Work is primarily performed in the general radiology Section of the Imaging Department.
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 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 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.].
Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 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)]
Credentialing Standards
Public Law 97‑35 – the Consumer‑Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981 – requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75 – Standards for the Accreditation of Educational Programs and the Credentialing of Radiographic Personnel
Essentially – they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation and is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and be certified as radiographers in their field
Grandfathering Provision
All persons employed in VHA as a DRT on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title – series and grade held – including positive education and certification that are part of the basic requirements of the DRT occupation
For employees who do not meet all of the basic requirements in this standard – but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it – the following provisions apply: DRTs that require a certification – may be reassigned – promoted up to and including the full performance (journeyman) level – or changed to lower grade within the occupation – but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions
DRTs that require a certification only at higher grade levels must meet the certification requirement before they can be promoted to those higher grade levels
DRTs who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed – on a temporary or permanent basis – until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard
DRTs initially grandfathered into this occupation – who subsequently obtain additional education and/or certification that meet all of the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation
Employees who are retained as a DRT under this provision and subsequently leave the occupation lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry as a DRT
English Language Proficiency
DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) – and 7407(d)
Experience
You must have at least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
Assignments
Employees at this grade level serve as staff DRTs at the full performance level
Candidates at this grade level must be qualified to independently provide services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services with only occasional oversight or direction for highly complex issues
Demonstrated Knowledge – Skills – and Abilities
In addition to the experience above – the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines
Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to make adjustments as needed
Knowledge of patient’s clinical record – diagnosis – and laboratory results
Ability to monitor patient’s physiologic changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist informed
Skill in using tact – diplomacy – and courtesy in dealings with the customer base – patients – staff – family – visitors – and volunteers
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology – and cross‑sectional anatomy – recognizing unusual images – and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Duties
The DRT (Radiology) primary responsibility is to perform radiographic duties in the general section of the imaging Department
The technologist requires specific knowledge and training in the location – appearance – and function of the various major and minor systems susceptible to radiological illumination
Interprets examination requests accurately – understands the functioning and inter‑relationship of the various organs and uses the methods and techniques that will identify organs appearing on the digital display monitor
At this level – the incumbent performs most procedures including complex patient examinations under the direction of radiologist – other medical officers – and senior staff members
The incumbent may be called upon to assist in performing procedures in other specialty modalities
The incumbent must be knowledgeable in Computerized Radiography (CR) readers – CDROMS – and Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS)
Other duties include scheduling exams to ensure maximum usage of equipment and ensures ability to accommodate emergencies exams
Practices radiation safety – maintains files and records – properly identifies patient images
Must be continuously on the alert to the patient’s condition and other disorders
Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient
At the full performance level – the incumbent can proctor DRT students from the UPSTATE school of allied health professionals
Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Schedule: 4:00 pm to 12:00 am (midnight) with rotating weekends and Holidays and 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with rotating weekends and Holidays
Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement # : Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized
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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 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 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.].
Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 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)]
Credentialing Standards
Public Law 97‑35 – the Consumer‑Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981 – requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75 – Standards for the Accreditation of Educational Programs and the Credentialing of Radiographic Personnel
Essentially – they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation and is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and be certified as radiographers in their field
Grandfathering Provision
All persons employed in VHA as a DRT on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title – series and grade held – including positive education and certification that are part of the basic requirements of the DRT occupation
For employees who do not meet all of the basic requirements in this standard – but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it – the following provisions apply: DRTs that require a certification – may be reassigned – promoted up to and including the full performance (journeyman) level – or changed to lower grade within the occupation – but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions
DRTs that require a certification only at higher grade levels must meet the certification requirement before they can be promoted to those higher grade levels
DRTs who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed – on a temporary or permanent basis – until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard
DRTs initially grandfathered into this occupation – who subsequently obtain additional education and/or certification that meet all of the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation
Employees who are retained as a DRT under this provision and subsequently leave the occupation lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry as a DRT
English Language Proficiency
DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) – and 7407(d)
Experience
You must have at least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
Assignments
Employees at this grade level serve as staff DRTs at the full performance level
Candidates at this grade level must be qualified to independently provide services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services with only occasional oversight or direction for highly complex issues
Demonstrated Knowledge – Skills – and Abilities
In addition to the experience above – the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines
Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to make adjustments as needed
Knowledge of patient’s clinical record – diagnosis – and laboratory results
Ability to monitor patient’s physiologic changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist informed
Skill in using tact – diplomacy – and courtesy in dealings with the customer base – patients – staff – family – visitors – and volunteers
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology – and cross‑sectional anatomy – recognizing unusual images – and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Duties
The DRT (Radiology) primary responsibility is to perform radiographic duties in the general section of the imaging Department
The technologist requires specific knowledge and training in the location – appearance – and function of the various major and minor systems susceptible to radiological illumination
Interprets examination requests accurately – understands the functioning and inter‑relationship of the various organs and uses the methods and techniques that will identify organs appearing on the digital display monitor
At this level – the incumbent performs most procedures including complex patient examinations under the direction of radiologist – other medical officers – and senior staff members
The incumbent may be called upon to assist in performing procedures in other specialty modalities
The incumbent must be knowledgeable in Computerized Radiography (CR) readers – CDROMS – and Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS)
Other duties include scheduling exams to ensure maximum usage of equipment and ensures ability to accommodate emergencies exams
Practices radiation safety – maintains files and records – properly identifies patient images
Must be continuously on the alert to the patient’s condition and other disorders
Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient
At the full performance level – the incumbent can proctor DRT students from the UPSTATE school of allied health professionals
Performs other related duties as assigned
Work Schedule: 4:00 pm to 12:00 am (midnight) with rotating weekends and Holidays and 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with rotating weekends and Holidays
Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement # : Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized
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