Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Cardiac Cath Lab)

Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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).] English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employee Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, (GS-08) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level In addition, 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 from 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 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09 Preferred experience: This position is in the cardiac catheterization/Electrophysiology lab at TVHS Experience preferred in modality of cardiology, interventional radiology ACLS and Board eligible are preferred References: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit Physical Requirements: The physical demands of the work includes: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds pushing up to 4 hours reaching above shoulder use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required) prolonged walking, prolonged standing repeated bending ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 ability to distinguish basic colors hearing (aid permitted) speed in working and emotional stability Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron for possibly long periods of time. ]]>