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Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration |
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West Palm Beach, FL
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Veterans Health Administration
Job Announcement Number:
VAWPB 08-01
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)
SALARY RANGE: 50,470.00 - 62,116.00 USD per yearOPEN PERIOD: Friday, January 04, 2008
to Thursday, January 17, 2008
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0647-09/09POSITION INFORMATION: Full-TimePermanent
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - West Palm Beach, FL
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.This position is open in the West Palm Beach local Communting Area ONLY.
JOB SUMMARY:
AREA OF CONSIDERATION:West Palm Beach, FL communting area ONLY
NOTE:You must be a citizen of the United States.
NOTE:This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP).Incumbent(s) are subject to random drug testing for illegal drug use prior to appointment and subject to random testing thereafter.Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with the VA.
NOTE:Relocation expenses are not authorized.
Send Mail to:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
VA MEDICAL CENTER (HRMS 05)
7305 N. MILITARY TRAIL
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33410
US
For questions about this job:
Dale Williams
Phone: 561-422-6964
Email: Dale.Williams@va.gov
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| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
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VAWPB 08-01
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification.All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R).
Experience or 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), and certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiology.
Loss of Credential.An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain licensure/certification/registration within the required timeframe, or who fails to maintain the required licensure/certification/registration must be removed from the occupation, which may result in termination of employment.
For GS-9:
(a)Experience.Completion of 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled, and must fully meet the KSAs at that level.In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*):
(b)Certification.Certification by ARRT in one of the specialized areas of radiologic technology is highly desirable, in addition to certification by ARRT as a general radiologic technologist.
(c) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
*1.Ability to balance the needs of the patients and staff while performing complex scans and procedures.
2.Skill to demonstrate appropriate techniques to gather relevant information fromthe medical record, significant others, and health care providers.
*3.Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.
4.Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.
5.Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous skills, and universal precautions.
6.Knowledge in pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.
Further information concerning qualifications may be obtained from the Human Resources Management Office.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
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Applicant?s qualifications will be evaluated solely on the information submitted in their applications.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the KSA?s.
If a determination is made that your application package is incomplete, you will receive no further consideration for this announcement.
Performance based interviewing (PBI) may be utilized by our agency as part of our selection process.Please consult the PBI website at http://www.va.gov/pbi for further information.
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, TASKS |
VAWPB 08-01
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)
Additional Duty Location Info:1 vacancy - West Palm Beach, FL
MAJOR DUTIES:
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The incumbent performs computerized axial tomographic (CT) scanning of the total body or head.They assist in scheduling patents for procedures:evaluate the nature of critical and emergency procedures and rearranges patients to meet priority needs.The technologist explains the procedure to the patients and gives instructions necessary for successful completion of the examination. Assists the patients on and off the CT table and provide for their safety.The incumbent confers with the radiologist to establish requirements of non-standard procedures:determine technical factors, slice thickness and number of scans to satisfy the requirements of the procedure.The incumbent assists the radiologist in determining the proper CT protocols for various disease processes.The technologist notifies the radiologist and referring physician of scans requiring their immediate attention.The incumbent assists the radiologist in performing needle biopsies and other invasive procedures.The technologist performs three (3) dimensional reconstruction of CT images as appropriate.Performs general and fluoroscopic diagnostic examinations as directed when required.The incumbent prints to film all images and/or sends the acquired information to PACS.Maintain records of patients treated and examinations performed.The incumbent operates all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, performs all types of radiographic, tomographic and fluoroscopic procedures.Works closely with the professional staff involved in radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations.Technologist will independently perform examinations of the head, entire spine, chest, abdomen and extremities.Incumbent performs complex procedures requiring the administration of contrast material, with a radiologist.Examinations include:cholecystograms, G.I. series, single and double contrast enemas, hysterosalpinograms, myelograms, arthrograms, sinograms, venograms and shuntograms.Technologist will be responsible for proper preparation of these examinations by assuring that all required materials, sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, and catheters are collected and set up as needed.Maintain records of patient examined, examination(s) performed, procedure room, total exposure time (in minutes) of fluoroscopic procedures and number and type of films utilized during examination.Performs related clerical duties as:registering patients for examinations, status tracking examinations, identifying films and recording pertinent data for electronic work orders.Incumbent is required to keep abreast of current technical literature and evaluate new procedures and techniques for the purpose of recommending for consideration changes to the current practices.
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| JOB BENEFITS AND OTHER INFORMATION |
VAWPB 08-01
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)
BENEFITS:
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life
Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci
New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
Qualified federal employees may be covered by our child care subsidy program or dependent care flexible spending account. Our human resources office can provide additional information on eligibility. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#CCRS
OTHER INFORMATION:
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Relocation expenses are not authorized.
This position is open to the West Palm Beach, Fl Local Communting Area ONLY.
The individual selected must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant?s successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
This position is in the excepted service. It is excluded from provisions of the career transition assistance program.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
EEO Statements
The Federal Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Information for preference eligible veterans':If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans? preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.If you are claiming 10-point veterans? preference, you must attach an SF-15 ?Application for 10-point Veterans? Preference" plus the proof required by that form. Letters submitted from the Department of Veterans Affairs must be dated 1991 or later. You may find more information about veterans? preference in the VetInfo Guide at www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.html.
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