U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Asheville, North Carolina, us, 28814
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Pay Range
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range: $72,983.00/yr - $94,875.00/yr.
Summary
The DRT(MRI) technologist operates an MRI scanner to acquire diagnostic images of patients, ensuring MRI safety principles. Exam requests are screened for appropriateness and reviewed with a radiologist as needed.
Qualifications
Applicants pending 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 Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d).
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 CT - MRI - or Mammography (M) duties performed independently.
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, technologists lacking advanced certification may receive 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 a post‑high‑school diagnostic radiologic technology program—evidence by certificate or associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other recognizing agencies.
Grade Determinations: Minimal Qualifications GS‑9…
Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to GS‑8, directly related to the position, demonstrating required competencies.
Preferred Experience: Two years or greater experience as registered MRI technologist.
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, grasping, carrying, reaching, bending, stooping, speaking, lifting and pushing up to 25 pounds, frequent use of computer keyboard and phone, precise control of power‑assisted equipment and devices.
Duties
Receive patients, confirm identification, obtain history, provide education, reassurance and ensure comfort.
Review exam requests for appropriateness before performing exams, applying criteria based on clinical history, chart review or clinician contact.
Apply customer service and whole health principles to promote positive patient experience.
Practice strict adherence to MRI safety principles and perform safety screening of all patients, visitors and staff entering zones III and IV.
Perform technical operations to acquire diagnostic MRI images, operating the scanner controls and applying RF coils and other devices.
Establish venous access using a sheath‑needle type angio‑catheter employing sterile technique.
Apply infection control practices.
Report to the Supervisor MIT (MRI)/MRI Safety Officer, managing workflow, breaks, technical and safety consultation, troubleshooting, etc.
Perform administrative duties: data collection for performance improvement, equipment QC, exam tracking and audits.
Work schedule: Intermittent.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider – Government Administration
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Pay Range
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range: $72,983.00/yr - $94,875.00/yr.
Summary
The DRT(MRI) technologist operates an MRI scanner to acquire diagnostic images of patients, ensuring MRI safety principles. Exam requests are screened for appropriateness and reviewed with a radiologist as needed.
Qualifications
Applicants pending 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 Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and 7407(d).
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 CT - MRI - or Mammography (M) duties performed independently.
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, technologists lacking advanced certification may receive 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 a post‑high‑school diagnostic radiologic technology program—evidence by certificate or associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other recognizing agencies.
Grade Determinations: Minimal Qualifications GS‑9…
Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to GS‑8, directly related to the position, demonstrating required competencies.
Preferred Experience: Two years or greater experience as registered MRI technologist.
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, grasping, carrying, reaching, bending, stooping, speaking, lifting and pushing up to 25 pounds, frequent use of computer keyboard and phone, precise control of power‑assisted equipment and devices.
Duties
Receive patients, confirm identification, obtain history, provide education, reassurance and ensure comfort.
Review exam requests for appropriateness before performing exams, applying criteria based on clinical history, chart review or clinician contact.
Apply customer service and whole health principles to promote positive patient experience.
Practice strict adherence to MRI safety principles and perform safety screening of all patients, visitors and staff entering zones III and IV.
Perform technical operations to acquire diagnostic MRI images, operating the scanner controls and applying RF coils and other devices.
Establish venous access using a sheath‑needle type angio‑catheter employing sterile technique.
Apply infection control practices.
Report to the Supervisor MIT (MRI)/MRI Safety Officer, managing workflow, breaks, technical and safety consultation, troubleshooting, etc.
Perform administrative duties: data collection for performance improvement, equipment QC, exam tracking and audits.
Work schedule: Intermittent.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider – Government Administration
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