Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Qualifications

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
• 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)
• Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology - Radiography (ARRT) (R)
• 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 Determinations: GS-09 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level - directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level
• Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): i
• *Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures
• ii
• Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record - significant others - and health care providers
• iii
• *Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure
• iv
• Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography
• v
• Knowledge of physical assessment - aseptic techniques - intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions
• vi
• Knowledge of pre-procedural - procedural - and post-procedural care of patients
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination
• Exceptions: A pre-placement examination is required for any occupation or assignment that requires the operation of a government-owned or -leased motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties
• Examinations may also be required for any occupation or assignment that requires a pre-placement examination by virtue of another policy - regulation - or statute.

Duties

• Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf Duties include but are not limited to the following: Ability to perform peripheral and visceral angiography of the abdominal systems and extremities including renal - hepatic - mesenteric - aortic - femoral - etc.as well as neuroangiography including spine - head - and neck studies using highly sophisticated x-ray equipment such as computerized fluoroscopy - pressure injectors - parallelogram biplane imaging - patient monitors - etc
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and cross-sectional anatomy - recognizing unusual images - and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest Performs routine administrative procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate imaging records
• Receives and interprets all radiology requests
• Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer
• Schedules appointments - processes exam requests - and registers patient exams - cancels and case edits exams in the Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Prepares contrast materials under the direction of a physician for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions
• The radiographer is proficient at the insertion of IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary
• Accurately utilizes PACS for acquisition - transmission - storage - and review of images - performs QC of all completed studies to ensure timely and accurate interpretation by the radiologist
• Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines Knowledge of calibration parameter and the ability to make adjustments as needed i
• Knowledge of patient's clinical record - diagnosis - and laboratory results Explains examinations to be performed to patients so they understand the purpose of the study as well as any requirements of the patients so they are thoroughly understood
• May be required to monitor vital signs - recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Portland HCS is a teaching institute which requires the technologist to assist/train radiologists - other technologists/technicians - students from affiliated institutions - and other health care professionals in x-ray equipment operation - DR/PACS usage and in diagnostic procedures and protocols
• Respect and professional interaction with others is required at all times
• Courteously interacts with patients - visitors - medical staff and other professionals on a daily basis - projecting a professional and helpful attitude - in person or by telephone - dealing with problem solving and quality issues
• Maintains a professional relationship displaying a cooperative attitude and effectively working to implement the organization's mission - goals - and ICARE values
• Reviews new developments in the field and recommends those that would improve the quality of exams utilizing the new technologies available Additional duties as assigned within the scope of practice for Diagnostic Radiography
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday - various tours available and will be discussed at interview to meet needs of service
• Requires rotating on call Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)
• Paid Time Off: 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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience
• Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - 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
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized