Diagnstc Radiologic Tech
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: November 18, 2021
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Job Description:
Summary
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. Performs routine to moderately
complex radiographic examination procedures. These exams are
achieved by using diagnostic x-ray equipment such as fluoroscopic
units, the chest unit and general diagnostic units (both direct
digital and computed radiography), mobile x-ray units and mobile
c-arm units. The incumbent will also assist with pain management
procedures.
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Overview
10/21/2021 to 11/05/2021
$43,165 - $69,061 per year
GS 6 - 8
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Ann Arbor, MI 1 vacancy
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Not required
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Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
None
0647 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
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Not Required
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Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness
CBSR-11271726-22-JKF
618845600
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This job is open to
Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the
U.S.
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Financial Discloser Report: Not required
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Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Citizenship. Citizen of the United States.
Certification. All applicants must be certified in general
radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technology (ARRT) (R).
Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24
months duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school
diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a
certificate or an associate's degree, accredited by the Joint
Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or
from schools accredited by the ARRT and certification by the ARRT
in radiology.
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
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).
GRADE REQUIREMENTS
Creditable Experience.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 1 year of active practice,
which is paid or non-paid employment as a DRT as defined by
ARRT.
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.
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.
General Radiologic Technology (R). DRTs perform procedures and
examinations in hospitals or clinics under the direction of
radiologists and other medical officers. The objective of the
examinations and procedures is to produce radiographic studies that
are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by medical officers
to locate injuries, foreign bodies, pathological conditions, or
lesions within the body. They prepare and administer contrast media
and medications in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
All DRTs must be knowledgeable in Computerized Radiography (CR) and
Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACS).
Grade Determinations. In addition to the basic requirements for
appointment, the following criteria must be used when determining
the appropriate grade assignment of candidates:
GS-5 DRT (Entry Level)
(a) Experience or Education. None beyond the basic
requirements.
(b) Assignment. DRTs at this level operate and monitor commonly
used equipment performing routine procedures under normal
supervision. The technician functions somewhat independently in
carrying out these standardized procedures of limited complexity.
Deviations from regular procedures,unanticipated problems, and
unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor for a decision
or help.Some assignments at this level also include developmental
duties involving more complex procedures designed to prepare the
technician for promotion to higher grades in a functional area.
Such duties would be performed under closer supervision.
GS-6 DRT (Developmental Level)
(a) Experience or Education. At least 1 year of experience
equivalent to the next lower grade level or the successful
completion of a 4-year baccalaureate degree program in radiography
or other directly related field to diagnostic
radiology/imaging.
(b) Assignment. Employees at this grade level serve as
developmental DRTs, performing examinations which are routine and
standardized in nature. They explain exams to patients in terms
they can understand as well as potential hazards. They also must
troubleshoot equipment used for diagnostic radiology and exercise
extreme caution in the handling and safeguarding of all radiation
producing equipment. DRTs must report major equipment malfunctions
within a timely manner to service representatives, and assist
higher graded technicians in performing more complicated
examinations.
(c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to
the experience above, thecandidate must demonstrate the following
KSAs:
1. Knowledge of basic technique standards for minimum radiographic
exposure;
2. Knowledge of anatomy and positioning;
3. Knowledge of all patient safety procedures;
4. Knowledge of radiographic producing equipment; and
5. Ability to learn basic computer functions.
GS-7 DRT (Advanced Developmental Level)
(a) Experience or Education. At least 1 year of experience
equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the
clinical competencies described at that level or the successful
completion of 1 full academic year of graduate education leading to
a degree program in radiography or other directly related field to
diagnostic radiology/imaging. Education may relate to the duties of
a specific position or to the occupation, but must be appropriate
for the position being filled.
(b) Assignment. DRTs at this level perform a substantially full
range of duties but receive guidance and directions regarding
unfamiliar or unusual situations for more complex patient issues.
Candidates at this grade level may be qualified to provide services
in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general
radiologic technology services.
(c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to
the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following
KSAs:
1. Knowledge of the technical adequacy of the digital image,
including the ability to adjust the image quality in the digital
system;
2. Knowledge of different contrast material required for the
requested study;
3. Knowledge of radiation protection standards, minimum
radiographic exposure techniques, appropriate beam limitation to
anatomical area, and employing lead shielding when performing
standard or fluoroscopic procedures;
4. Knowledge of the function of computed radiography, Phosphor
cassettes and CR readers; and
5. Knowledge of PACS, and basic computer skills;
GS-8 DRT (Full Performance Level)
(a) Experience. At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the
next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies
described at that level.
(b) Assignments. Employees at this grade level serve as staff DRTs
at the full performance level.Candidates at this grade level are to
be qualified to provide services in specialized areas of radiologic
technology and/or general radiologic technology services.
(c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to
the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following
KSAs:
1. Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable
performance based on established guidelines;
2. Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to make
adjustments as needed;
3. Knowledge of patient's clinical record, diagnosis, and
laboratory results;
4. Ability to monitor patient's physiologic changes during the
procedure and keep the radiologist informed;
5. Skill in using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with
the customer base, patients, staff, family, visitors, and
volunteers; and
6. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and cross-sectional
anatomy, recognizing unusual images, and determining proper
positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest.
Education
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if
you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department
of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or
institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can
verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If
you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements,
you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your
transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For
further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per
pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served
as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal
employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or
active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can
be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment
date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that
have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer
competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The
health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not
covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment
at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service
members.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do
not have in electronic form, view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY
NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application,
rsum, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect consideration for employment.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have
access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of
position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time,
temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the
following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure
you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can
be found at:
https://www.va.gov/vaforms/medical/pdf/vha-10-2850c-fill.pdf.
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all
documents required for your application, such as a copy of your
transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former
Federal employees), etc.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible
Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or
for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must
provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and
character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If y
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