There are currently 2 full time positions available for Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists-MRI/CT at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center in Johnson City. As a Diagnostic Radiologic MRI-CT Technologist, the incumbent has the responsibility for the performance of Diagnostic Radiology (DRT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computerized Tomography (CT) exams under the direction of the Radiologist. The incumbent works closely with the Lead Technologists, Chief Technologist, radiologists, clinicians and clerical staff to assure optimum quality control, personnel safety, efficient coordination of activities, high quality diagnostic/therapeutic exam results, patient satisfaction and safety. The incumbent is a fully functional MRI Technologist, DRT and performs computerized tomography (CT) axial and/or 3-D reconstruction scans utilizing both single and multi-slice scanners including drainage and biopsies.


Work Schedule: 2 shifts: Mon-Fri 7:45am - 4:30pm OR Mon-Fri 4:00pm-midnight. Tours to be discussed during interview process. This position will require the employee to work in other Radiology areas along with working some weekend, holiday and overtime shifts to provide coverage as needed for patient care.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to a background/security investigation
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

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.
• Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Advanced certification indicates that the technologist has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination.
• 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.
• English Language Proficiency: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists must be proficient spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II,Chapter 2, Section D, Paragraph 5a.

Preferred Experience:

1. Registered DRT thru ARRT with a higher level of certification in MRI and CT.
2. Three years' experience as a DRT and minimum of one year MRI and CT experience is required for this position.
3. Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal.

Grade Determinations: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-9 LEVEL: Completion of 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level (GS-8), that is directly related to the position to be filled and that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics needed to provide services as a diagnostic radiologic technologist.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): This specialty modality requires additional knowledge of super conducting magnets, the physics of superconducting magnets, and how they relate to the human anatomy in medical imaging. The technologist must be educated in the safety factors governing a magnetic environment that patients, visitors, and equipment enter into. The practitioner must have specific specialized knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and how it relates to the soft tissues and vessels of the human body. The technologist must also have specialized knowledge in the radiofrequency surface coils required for each specific anatomical area to be imaged. The technologist requires knowledge of image acquisition in Computerized Radiography (CR) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS). This subspecialty requires advanced ARRT certification.

References: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-25 DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST QUALIFICATION STANDARD. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9.

Physical Requirements: All candidates must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others. Candidates must meet the physical requirements outlined in Section II and Section VI of the OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for General Scale Positions and must possess emotional and mental stability.

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, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

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. Skill to demonstrate appropriate techniques to gather 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.

If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview.

NOTE: The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidate's education and experience and recommend the grade and salary at which the candidate will be placed. For internal selectees eligible for promotion, the board will recommend grade and HR will determine step in accordance with policy.

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.