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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography
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Summary
This announcement is an Open Continuous Announcement (OCA) and will remain open until all position(s) are filled for Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) Computed Tomography (CT) assigned to the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS). This specialty modality requires specific knowledge of cross sectional human anatomy and its application in spiral - multi-slice CT - inclusive of 3-D reconstruction scans - including drainages - biopsies - and peripheral vascular examinations.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
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).
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)
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
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
English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d)
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
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)
Grade Determinations: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) - GS-09: In addition to the basic requirements for appointment - the following criteria must be used when determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates:
Experience
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-08) - directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
KSAs: And the candidate must demonstrate ALL of the following knowledge - skills - and abilities (KSAs) and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*)
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
Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures. Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record - significant others - and health care providers
Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure. Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography
Knowledge of physical assessment - aseptic techniques - intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions
Knowledge of pre-procedural - procedural - and post-procedural care of patients
Preferred Experience: One year of X-ray and Computed Tomography (CT) experience in Imaging Center/ Hospital setting
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9. Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation - to stand and walk
Moderate lifting - 15-44 pounds
Straight pulling (2 hours)
Pushing (4 hours)
Constant noise
Reaching above shoulder
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Use of fingers
Both hands required
Walking (4 hours)
Standing (4 hours)
Kneeling (2 hours)
Repeated bending (2 hours)
Both legs required
Both eyes required
Hearing (aid may be permitted)
Hearing without aid
Mental and emotional stability.
Duties
This announcement is an Open Continuous Announcement and will remain open until all position(s) are filled
The first cut-off will be November 5 - 2025
VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Reports to CT Supervisor - prioritizes exams in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases
Requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery - etc
Coordinates patient-prep and transportation - if needed - for the emergent and scheduled patients
Performs computerized tomography following a myelogram procedure of the spine
The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies of the spinal canal
Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure
Axial - coronal - sagittal - 3D reconstructions - and MPR reconstructions are utilized to achieve optimal information for a proper diagnosis
Performs most exams utilizing surgical sterile techniques for biopsies or aspiration of fluid of anatomical region indicated
Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policies/techniques with emphasis on sterile technique
the storage of sterile supplies
the disposal of body fluids and ' sharps'
proper attire
hand washing practices
and continuing education
Works with the radiologist/resident as a member of the radiographic team
Assist needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam
Must be continuously on the alert for the patient's condition - sterile field and supplies needed for specific examination
The alertness of the individual is essential to prevent contamination - recognize patient reactions - anticipate technique factor difficulties - etc
Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT
Improper use or administration of the contrast materials run the risk of patient mortality and - therefore - it is essential that a thorough understanding of the contrast material usage is possessed by those who prepare it
In addition - 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.ls qualified to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary
Performs routine studies such as: Head - ORBITS - Sinus - Temporal Bones - Soft Tissue Neck - C/T/L Spine - Chest/Hi-Res - Chest/ABD/Pelvis - Liver - Pancreas - Kidney - Renal Stone - AAA - Prostate - Extremities - Upper/Lower - and SIP Myelogram
Continually reviews new developments in the field of computerized tomography
Performs complex CT studies to include: CTA cardiac - abdomen pelvis - pulmonary embolism - thoracic - and gated studies with the ability to post process said studies
Responsible for performing/recording daily quality assurance phantom results
Ability to train new hires - students - and contractors in the safe and effective use of radiographic technique in acquiring suitable images for the Radiologist
Also - train new hires and students to perform specialized studies such as: Endografts - Renal Donors - CT A' s - Circle of Willis - Carotids - Dissections - Pulmonary Embolism - Femoral Run-Offs - and Biopsies/ Aspirations
Work Schedule: Rotating schedule
1:30pm-midnight - M-Th for 2 weeks then F-Mon 1:30pm-Mid
OR Set schedule Thursday-Sunday 8:30am -7pm
(Based on need of the agency may have: Wednesday - Sunday 2:30pm-11pm - includes nights - weekends and holidays.OR Rotating shifts: 12 hour
Week 1: Work M -T - Off W - Th - work F -S -S
Week 2: Off Mon - Tues - work Wed 3p-11 - Thursday - off F -S -S.) Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 $416.66
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 Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 54397-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
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).
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)
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
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
English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d)
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
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)
Grade Determinations: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) - GS-09: In addition to the basic requirements for appointment - the following criteria must be used when determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates:
Experience
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-08) - directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
KSAs: And the candidate must demonstrate ALL of the following knowledge - skills - and abilities (KSAs) and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*)
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
Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures. Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record - significant others - and health care providers
Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure. Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography
Knowledge of physical assessment - aseptic techniques - intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions
Knowledge of pre-procedural - procedural - and post-procedural care of patients
Preferred Experience: One year of X-ray and Computed Tomography (CT) experience in Imaging Center/ Hospital setting
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9. Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation - to stand and walk
Moderate lifting - 15-44 pounds
Straight pulling (2 hours)
Pushing (4 hours)
Constant noise
Reaching above shoulder
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Use of fingers
Both hands required
Walking (4 hours)
Standing (4 hours)
Kneeling (2 hours)
Repeated bending (2 hours)
Both legs required
Both eyes required
Hearing (aid may be permitted)
Hearing without aid
Mental and emotional stability.
Duties
This announcement is an Open Continuous Announcement and will remain open until all position(s) are filled
The first cut-off will be November 5 - 2025
VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Reports to CT Supervisor - prioritizes exams in a manner to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases
Requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery - etc
Coordinates patient-prep and transportation - if needed - for the emergent and scheduled patients
Performs computerized tomography following a myelogram procedure of the spine
The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies of the spinal canal
Performs reconstructions of CT studies when requested or when part of a standard procedure
Axial - coronal - sagittal - 3D reconstructions - and MPR reconstructions are utilized to achieve optimal information for a proper diagnosis
Performs most exams utilizing surgical sterile techniques for biopsies or aspiration of fluid of anatomical region indicated
Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policies/techniques with emphasis on sterile technique
the storage of sterile supplies
the disposal of body fluids and ' sharps'
proper attire
hand washing practices
and continuing education
Works with the radiologist/resident as a member of the radiographic team
Assist needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam
Must be continuously on the alert for the patient's condition - sterile field and supplies needed for specific examination
The alertness of the individual is essential to prevent contamination - recognize patient reactions - anticipate technique factor difficulties - etc
Prepares contrast materials that are used in CT
Improper use or administration of the contrast materials run the risk of patient mortality and - therefore - it is essential that a thorough understanding of the contrast material usage is possessed by those who prepare it
In addition - 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.ls qualified to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary
Performs routine studies such as: Head - ORBITS - Sinus - Temporal Bones - Soft Tissue Neck - C/T/L Spine - Chest/Hi-Res - Chest/ABD/Pelvis - Liver - Pancreas - Kidney - Renal Stone - AAA - Prostate - Extremities - Upper/Lower - and SIP Myelogram
Continually reviews new developments in the field of computerized tomography
Performs complex CT studies to include: CTA cardiac - abdomen pelvis - pulmonary embolism - thoracic - and gated studies with the ability to post process said studies
Responsible for performing/recording daily quality assurance phantom results
Ability to train new hires - students - and contractors in the safe and effective use of radiographic technique in acquiring suitable images for the Radiologist
Also - train new hires and students to perform specialized studies such as: Endografts - Renal Donors - CT A' s - Circle of Willis - Carotids - Dissections - Pulmonary Embolism - Femoral Run-Offs - and Biopsies/ Aspirations
Work Schedule: Rotating schedule
1:30pm-midnight - M-Th for 2 weeks then F-Mon 1:30pm-Mid
OR Set schedule Thursday-Sunday 8:30am -7pm
(Based on need of the agency may have: Wednesday - Sunday 2:30pm-11pm - includes nights - weekends and holidays.OR Rotating shifts: 12 hour
Week 1: Work M -T - Off W - Th - work F -S -S
Week 2: Off Mon - Tues - work Wed 3p-11 - Thursday - off F -S -S.) Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 $416.66
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 Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 54397-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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