Diagnostic Radiographer - Radiology - Full Time -

The position is that of a Registered Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist with skill and training in Interventional Angiography, 3-Dimensional carotid angiography and stent placement, 3-Dimensionalperipheral angioplasty and stent placement, Cardiac Catheterization, Cardiac angioplasty and stent placement, and related Cardiac procedures such as permanent pacemakers, temporary pacemakers, ICDs and Biventricular devices.
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Foremost is the innovative 3-Dimensional angiography with high speed rotational and prop scanning, peripheral cryoplasty and Helix air driven mechanical Thrombolectomies. Prepare room, equipment and material needed for patient procedures.
Provide support of those of a radiologic cardiac technologist in the Cardiac Catheterization Suite during procedures such as diagnostic cardiac catheterizations, balloon angioplasties, valvuloplasty and TPA therapy, as well as that of an interventional radiology technologist with all related procedures such as drainages, peripheral procedures, biopsies, stents, and angioplasties.
Manages technical support for new, complex innovative scans and procedures such as 3-dimensionalcarotid and peripheral stent placement, high speed rotational cardiac peripheral scans, prop scans, peripheral cryoplasties and Helix air driven mechanical Thrombolectomies.
Using sterile technique, prepares surgical procedural trays, Scrubs in with the physician to assist tableside.
Operates, maintains and records complex cardiac hemodynamic data using a specialized multi-channel, multifunctional electronic recorder.
Prepares and operates various other complex equipment used in obtaining physiologic measurements in cardiac procedures, such as ACT's, oxygen consumption computers, defibrillators, temporary pacemakers.
Complete certification in ACLS/BLS - recognizing signs of distress, adverse reactions, or potentially life-threatening arrhythmias and reports these to the physician and assists in the treatment of these conditions.
Performs necessary computer work, pre and post procedure, prepares required procedural/patient forms, gathers relevant patient information from sources such as medical records, families, and healthcare providers associated with patient exams.
contacts with escort, ward secretaries, nursing personnel, etc.
Monitors the examination by checking computations, performance, and result of the selected parameters to obtain the best diagnostic data and images.
Performs technical operation and general technical maintenance of the computer, disk drives. The incumbent assists manufacturer representative and biomedical engineers in the trouble shooting of malfunctions in the equipment, notifies Supervisor, Cardiology.
Uses computer programs with competence, and establishes and monitors quality control programs. Maintains operation logs and patient files on each examination.
The incumbent coordinates daily schedule and consults with hospital physicians, clinical and administrative personnel pertaining to the daily and future patient examinations. Provides and assists with the development and training of new imaging specialists, residents, and general clinical employees.
Communicates with the manager to provide technical oversight and assign "in-training" personnel with tasks and assignments to be accomplished in a manner that assures completion of the workload utilizing the personnel to the greatest advantage thus providing the optimal level of patient care within the workday.
The incumbent is responsible for the quality assurance of the image and in the transmission to off-site locations.
Independently explains various procedures, including need for positioning, any alteration, in positioning, or revision of the testing due to patient limitations or conditions, monitoring equipment, or adverse reactions.
Work Schedule : Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
Telework : Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
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. your performance and conduct;
Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
United States Citizenship : Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R).
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. 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.Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, GS-9
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. Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers.

• *Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.
• Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.

Preferred Experience: Prefer 3-5 years' experience in Cath/EP lab including EKG interpretation, hemodynamic monitoring, EP mapping/ultrasound, 3D mapping, and closure devices
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9.
Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.
A transcript must be submitted with your application.
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)
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
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
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.
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