Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Interventional Radiography)(IR)
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Columbia
Posted on: April 9, 2021
|
|
Job Description:
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.
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). 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. Grade Determinations: In
addition to meeting the basic requirements for appointment, the
following criteria must be used when determined the appropriate
grade assignments of candidates: GS-9 DRT
(a) Experience. At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the
next lower grade level (GS-8) that demonstrates the clinical
competencies described at that level, which include: 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; and Knowledge of anatomy and
physiology, and cross-sectional anatomy, recognizing unusual
images, and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate
areas of interest. Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: 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. The candidate must demonstrate the
following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire
the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): a.
*Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still
performing complex scans and procedures;
b. Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information form
the medical record, significant others, and health care
providers;
c. *Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the
procedure;
d. Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices
related to radiography;
e. Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques,
intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions;
and
f. Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural
care of patients. Creditable Experience
(1) Knowledge of Current Radiologic Technology Practice. To be
creditable, experience must have demonstrated possession of the
knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (also
referred to as clinical competencies) associated with current
radiologic technology practice. This may have been evidenced by the
equivalent of one year of active practice, which is paid or
non-paid employment as a DRT as defined by ARRT.
(2) Quality of Experience. Experience is only creditable if it was
earned after completion of the basic certification requirements.
Experience as a graduate DRT is creditable provided the candidate
functioned as a DRT and subsequently passed the certification
examination.
(3) Part-Time Experience. Part-time experience as a DRT is
creditable according to its relationship to the full-time workweek.
For example, a DRT would receive 1 week of full-time credit for
each 2 weeks of half-time work. Interventional Radiography (IR).
Technologists working in this special assignment may function as
vascular interventional (VI), cardiac interventional (CI) and/or
cardiovascular-interventional (CV) technologists which use
specialized equipment to perform diagnostic angiographic procedures
and complex vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic
procedures. This specialty requires additional knowledge of
vascular systems and major vessel anatomy. The technologist must be
knowledgeable in the specialized equipment employed for digital
subtraction systems and interventional procedures. The technologist
administers contrast media under the supervision of the staff
radiologist and confers with the radiologist to establish
requirements regarding contrast agents, vital signs, medications,
and physiologic monitoring to perform procedures. IR technologist
must be knowledgeable in digital imagining and PACS. References: VA
Handbook 5005/119, Part II, Appendix G25. Diagnostic Radiologic
Technologist Qualification Standard. The full performance level of
this vacancy is GS-09. Physical Requirements: The individual must
have the physical ability to perform job-related duties which
require heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over, standing up to 6 hours,
wearing PPE (Lead Apron) up to 6 hours, bending, transferring.
stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, or pulling without
assistance from another patient care provider or significant other.
A health examination must be successfully complete prior to this
assignment and periodically thereafter as required by the Employee
Health Clinic policy.
Keywords: Veterans Health Administration, Columbia , Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Interventional Radiography)(IR), Other , Columbia, South Carolina
Click
here to apply!
|
Didn't find what you're looking for? Search again!
Other Other JobsDunkin' Crew Member Full-time - Hiring Immediately Description: WE ARE OFFERING ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES A ONE-TIME 300 SIGN-ON BONUS br br GROW With US br br Hudson is North America's leading travel retailer. For over 30 years, Hudson has met the needs and (more...) Company: Hudson Group Location: Spartanburg Posted on: 04/14/2021 91M Bradley Fighting Vehicle System Maintainer (Spartanburg,SC) Description: Job Description br br The Bradley Fighting Vehicle is the finishing act in battle. Supporting Cavalry and Infantry operations, the Bradley destroys enemy forces on the frontlines and helps Soldiers (more...) Company: Army National Guard Location: Spartanburg Posted on: 04/14/2021 92F Petroleum Supply Specialist (Summerville,SC) Description: Job Description br br Fuel is one of the most vital components of the Army National Guard. It's what keeps Soldiers pushing onward, and as a Petroleum Supply Specialist, you'll make sure they'll never (more...) Company: Army National Guard Location: Summerville Posted on: 04/14/2021 General Labor - Night Shift Description: CRS, a Nesco Resource company, is hiring now for night shift, Temp-to-Perm positions at a facility in Spartanburg. Positions for both entry-level and experienced workers Opportunity Company: Nesco Resource Location: Spartanburg Posted on: 04/14/2021 Imaging Services Coordinator Description: To manage the care of patients in conjunction with the patients multi-disciplinary care team, according to agreed upon clinical Company: Prisma Health Location: Spartanburg Posted on: 04/14/2021 25U Signal Support Systems Specialist (Spartanburg,SC) Description: Job Description br br Communication is the pulse of Army National Guard units, and it's up to the Signal Support Systems Specialist to ensure the information keeps flowing so the military doesn't (more...) Company: Army National Guard Location: Spartanburg Posted on: 04/14/2021 31B Military Police - Police Officer (Summerville,SC) Description: Job Description br br Have you ever dreamed of making an impact How about serving your community, State, and Nation As a Military Police Officer for the Army National Guard, you'll do all of these (more...) Company: Army National Guard Location: Summerville Posted on: 04/14/2021 Hair Stylist - Trolley Square Description: Stylist At Great Clips, we know that stylists like you are most happy when they're cutting hair, so at a Great Clips salon, that's exactly what you get to do Want to be the best stylist Company: Great Clips Location: Summerville Posted on: 04/14/2021 91B Light-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic (Summerville,SC) Description: Job Description br br As a Light-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic for the Army National Guard you'll ensure that anything that moves on wheels is ready to hit the road. In this role, you will primarily be responsible (more...) Company: Army National Guard Location: Summerville Posted on: 04/14/2021 Career Fair: Direct Support Professional, Residential Coordinators Description: Career Fair 2021 April 30, 20219AM - 12 Noon2150 Northwoods Mall Parking LotDorchester County Company: Dorch. CBO Disability Location: Summerville Posted on: 04/14/2021 |