Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - General Radiologic Technology
Direct Jobs, Oklahoma City, OK, United States
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Diagnostic radiologic technologists perform procedures and examinations in the Radiology service – inpatient floors – 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
Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include – but are not limited to: Primarily performs complicated radiographic examinations
Receives patients – explains method of procedure – positions patient – selects and sets technical factors – sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required – makes exposures necessary for the requested examination and archives images
Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions such as IVP, cystogram, cholangiograms, fistulagrams and arthrography
and for the purpose of performing oral and rectal exams of the GI tract
(In the case of injected media – a patient consent form must be obtained – when indicated.) Performs all routine examinations such as head – chest – extremities – abdominal studies – fluoroscopy – c-arm and bone densitometry
Utilizes safe working practices and good judgment when lifting patients or supplies that may require assistance to avoid unnecessary injury
Utilizes quality control techniques and assures that examinations performed are properly archived
Monitors all radiology equipment for proper operation – makes minor adjustments on the spot – and reports malfunctions to the supervisor
Maintains records of patients examined – examinations performed – views taken – and technical factors used
Assures that images are properly archived into PACS
Understands the importance of complete and accurate statistical input into the department collection of information for strategic planning
Participates in on-the-job training of radiologic technologist trainees who are assigned to the VA through the affiliated teaching programs
Keeps work areas clean and orderly – stocks rooms with supplies – exhibits a professional appearance in dress and work habits
Maintains current knowledge of new developments in the field of Allied Health Sciences – as related to Radiologic Technology
Utilizes time efficiently to perform the required number of procedures and decrease wait time of the patient without compromising quality standards – responsible for explaining exams to competent patients in terms that patient will comprehend as well as understanding potential hazards that may occur because of the exam
May be required by procedure or patient's condition to monitor vital signs – recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients – staff – and self – this is achieved using lead aprons – lead gloves – lead shields – lead lined walls and collimation
Film badges are worn by the technicians in compliance with radiation regulations
The incumbent must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the Medical Center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact V19RMNHRSBULiaisonsOK@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Functional Statement #: 635-53378-A
635-53379-A
635-53380-A
635-53381-A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Benefits
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
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)
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
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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.
Responsibilities
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Diagnostic radiologic technologists perform procedures and examinations in the Radiology service – inpatient floors – 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
Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include – but are not limited to: Primarily performs complicated radiographic examinations
Receives patients – explains method of procedure – positions patient – selects and sets technical factors – sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required – makes exposures necessary for the requested examination and archives images
Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions such as IVP, cystogram, cholangiograms, fistulagrams and arthrography
and for the purpose of performing oral and rectal exams of the GI tract
(In the case of injected media – a patient consent form must be obtained – when indicated.) Performs all routine examinations such as head – chest – extremities – abdominal studies – fluoroscopy – c-arm and bone densitometry
Utilizes safe working practices and good judgment when lifting patients or supplies that may require assistance to avoid unnecessary injury
Utilizes quality control techniques and assures that examinations performed are properly archived
Monitors all radiology equipment for proper operation – makes minor adjustments on the spot – and reports malfunctions to the supervisor
Maintains records of patients examined – examinations performed – views taken – and technical factors used
Assures that images are properly archived into PACS
Understands the importance of complete and accurate statistical input into the department collection of information for strategic planning
Participates in on-the-job training of radiologic technologist trainees who are assigned to the VA through the affiliated teaching programs
Keeps work areas clean and orderly – stocks rooms with supplies – exhibits a professional appearance in dress and work habits
Maintains current knowledge of new developments in the field of Allied Health Sciences – as related to Radiologic Technology
Utilizes time efficiently to perform the required number of procedures and decrease wait time of the patient without compromising quality standards – responsible for explaining exams to competent patients in terms that patient will comprehend as well as understanding potential hazards that may occur because of the exam
May be required by procedure or patient's condition to monitor vital signs – recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients – staff – and self – this is achieved using lead aprons – lead gloves – lead shields – lead lined walls and collimation
Film badges are worn by the technicians in compliance with radiation regulations
The incumbent must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the Medical Center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Contact V19RMNHRSBULiaisonsOK@va.gov – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
Functional Statement #: 635-53378-A
635-53379-A
635-53380-A
635-53381-A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Benefits
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
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)
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
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