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Defense Health Agency · 3 months ago

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) GS-0647-09

US-VA-FT. BELVOIR

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$79K/yr - $103K/yr

1+ years exp

The Defense Health Agency is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) to work at the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center. The role involves performing complex radiologic procedures, monitoring equipment, and developing quality control programs in the Radiology Department.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Independently makes examinations after conferring with the radiologist to establish the examination requirements

Independently perform complex and highly specialized procedures for the various sections in the radiology department (i.e., Diagnostics, X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Surgery and Orthopedics)

Monitors equipment status indicators to prevent damage

Prepares reports on any event or incident related to the quality of service provided by the department

Assists the supervisor in developing quality control procedures for new radiologic examinations as they are introduced into the Radiology Department and modifies existing procedures as the need arises

Schedule, receive, and review requests from physicians and other health care providers for examinations

Develop, maintain, and review Quality Improvement (QI) and Quality Control (QC) programs serving as a consultant to other medical treatment facilities (MTF departments) that perform radiologic procedures

Instruct medical, professional, and paraprofessional personnel in the theoretical and practical aspects of quality assurance and quality control in the Radiology Department as it relates to Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS)

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Radiology CertificationDiagnostic CT ExaminationsQuality Control ProgramsPicture Archiving SystemsCommunication Skills

Required

Radiology Certification: Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75

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 Department of Education

Must be certified as radiographers in their field

One year of specialized experience which includes performing diagnostic CT examinations/procedures, administering contrast for CT exams/procedures and maintaining proper equipment

Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as diagnostic radiology/radiography

A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirement is at least 100%

If using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs