USAJOBS · 18 hours ago
Diagnostic Radiologic Technician (Computed Tomography)
Tucson, Arizona, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$94K/yr - $122K/yrThe Tucson VA Medical Center is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT) to join their Diagnostic Imaging Service Line. The role involves performing CT/PET scanning and general radiologic exams, ensuring high-quality imaging while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Properly identifies the patient and the image. Uses left and right markers. This is essential so that mistaken identity does not occur. The technologist must be certain that the patient ID band and the request are identical
Register/Status track exams in Vista (Radiology package)
Maximize patient throughput by contacts with escort, ward secretaries, nursing personnel, etc
Transfer patients from stretcher or wheelchair to radiographic table
Prepare room, equipment and material needed for patient procedures
Prepares oral and injectable contrast (IV contrast for injector)
Follow prescribed protocols required to perform procedures
Observes patients during procedures and reports complications or unusual events
Performs daily maintenance of head and body phantoms
Administer contrast material, completes forms (Patient Information Sheet, Consent form) under the direction of the radiologist, according to protocols
Check and make minor adjustments to equipment as needed/reports major problems/concerns to supervisor
Always maintain a clean work area and adequate level of supplies within their assigned rooms, utilizing Omni Cells
Maintains CPR certification, proficiency with the use of defibrillators
Assist Radiologist in the less complex fluoroscopic examinations
Performs examinations of the head, trunk and extremities for routine examinations and for diagnosis of illness and/or injuries of accident victims
Responsible to the radiologists and supervisors for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams performed to ensure a high level of acceptability of radiographs while minimizing patient dosage and reducing costs
Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. This is achieved using lead aprons, lead gloves, lead shields, lead-lined walls and collimation. Technologists, to ensure compliance with radiation regulations, will wear film badges. The incumbent must also be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the medical center, Imaging Service, and participate in quality assurance activities as directed
Performs basic monitoring practices (BP, placement of EKG leads, O2, Pulse Oximetry, ProPac, sterile technique) related to radiography including emergency cardiac arrest procedures (CPR). - Maintains proficiency with the operations of the defibrillators
The incumbent is responsible for the quality assurance of the images (positioning/label/technique/network information) prior to transmission to the PAC's network. The incumbent assists house staff in use of VISTA/IMAGING and transmits images to off-site location for after-hour reads
Performs radiographic exams at the bedside and in the operating rooms providing diagnostic x-rays to the surgeons and professional staff on patients that are unable to be x-rayed in the Radiology Service Care Line due to incapacity or surgical procedures. Using portable/fixed x-ray units and mobile/fixed imaging intensifier units to achieve these exams
Qualification
Required
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), and7407(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 computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable
Advanced Requirement: Computed Tomography (CT). This specialty modality requires specific knowledge of cross sectional human anatomy and its application in spiral, and/or, multi-slice computer tomography, inclusive of 3-D reconstruction scans, including drainages, biopsies, and peripheral vascular examinations
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest
Benefits
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)
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.
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
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