Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist- MRI

Department of Veterans Affairs

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.

• VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWM Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist has varying assignments including specialized and complex MRI exams. Employee has knowledge and skills to review and research medical devices for MRI scanning approval. Advanced MRI Certification through the ARRT is required, MRSO (Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer) is highly desirable but not required. Performs a variety of complex Magnetic Resonance exams on the patients of this Medical Center. Sets up and position patients, provides immobilization devices, and selects proper technical factors on an individual basis. Develops and maintains current and new protocols on imaging in the Department. Performs technical operation and general technical maintenance of the computer, disk drives, calibration and troubleshooting of malfunctions in the equipment used. Reviews Patient charting information for surgically implanted devices, kidney function, contrast allergy, contrast dosing, active clinical warnings. Coordinates care with ancillary departments such as ICU, Anesthesia, Interventional Radiology, Arrhythmia. Specializes in imaging of the prostate for Urology Biopsy procedures with specialized MRI Protocol. Performs specialized Brain scans for Surgical assistance removal of brain tumors. Processes Cardiac MRI Images in a Specialized system. Monitors and prepares patients with MRI Conditional Pacemakers and Unsafe Pacemakers in the MRI environment. Manipulates scanner sequences to decrease metal bloom artifact and accommodate restrictive SAR guidelines due to implanted devices. Uses radiation protection standards, devices, and techniques, including concepts of accumulated dosage, dose monitoring and genetic changes. Utilizes advanced imaging software that supports complex imaging programs and recognize changes in equipment and procedures that might result in increased exposures, and recommends methods to prevent such exposures. Participates in the MRI Evaluation Team with placement of MRI Evaluation notes to MSA Scheduling and IR post implant Notifications. Provides a safe environment for everyone in MRI Zone IV. Observes patients during procedures and reports complications or unusual events. Performs computer work and required forms associated with patient exams, credit of patient visits. Maximizes patient throughput by contacts with escort, ward secretaries, nursing personnel, etc. Maintains a clean work area and adequate level of supplies within their assigned rooms. Performs or monitor safety checks on patients, employees, and visitors to comply with FDA safety standards regarding ferrous objects and cardiac pacemakers prior to those persons entering the environment of the 5 Gauss Magnetic Field. Assists in preparation of manuals and devising and modifying procedures as necessary. Provides quality assurance of the image (positioning/label/technique/network information) prior to transmission to the PACS network. Assists house staff in the use of Auto Rad system and digitizes films for the network and or transmission to off-site locations. Provides education to patients and their families on imaging procedures in MRI. Work Schedule: Rotating shifts, Weekends, On-Call, and Holidays Compressed/Flexible: Yes, upon discretion of the Supervisor Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not 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. Functional Statement #: 50953 A

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