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This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is 12/19/2022. Additional applications will be referred as needed West Texas VA Health Care System serves Veterans in 33 counties across west TX and eastern NM which supports 6 VA Outpatient Clinics, 40-bed Community Living Center & 40-bed Domiciliary Program. Incumbent at this level performs general radiography & ultrasound procedures (general & vascular) & able to carry out the assigned tasks independently. 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, Radiography (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. In modalities that require advanced certification, to support their continued development, technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist. Education: 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. Essentially, they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation and is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and be certified as radiographers in their field. Loss of Credential: An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain certification within two years, or who fails to maintain the required certification must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and7407(d). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist) GS-10 Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. Assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments: Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Employees are trained to work in one or more difficult and complex modalities performing procedures related to these modalities as well as performing general diagnostic procedures. At this grade level, any assignment in a single modality must demonstrate significant complexity. Such assignments are unique, perhaps with expert specialization in complex areas of radiologic technology, Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations, and intermediate QM type duties within the program. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: Knowledge of radiation protection standards, devices and techniques, including concepts of accumulated dosage, dose monitoring, and genetic changes. Ability to utilize advanced imaging software that supports complex imaging programs and recognize changes in equipment and procedures that might result in increased exposures, and ability to recommend methods to prevent such exposures. Knowledge of basic physics including concepts of energy, electric power, magnetic fields, and properties of x-ray, to understand the operation of the equipment. Knowledge and skill in positioning of patients for a wide variety of highly complex imaging (CT, MRI, IR, ultrasound, mammography) studies. Preferred Experience: Possess ARDMS Registered Ultrasound Technologist certification Minimum of two years experience with general and vascular ultrasound scanning High level of computer skill for accessing, receiving, sending and manipulating data when required Resolving patient complaints without the intervention of a supervisor Self-directed and self-managed without supervision intervention References: VA Handbook 5005/119 Part II Appendix G25 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standard GS-0647 Veterans Health Administration December 13, 2019. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-10. Physical Requirements: heavy lifting (45 pounds and over), moderate carrying (15-44 pounds), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (4 hours), standing (4 hours), kneeling (1 hour), repeated bending (4 hours), both legs required, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, both eyes required, depth perception and hearing (aid permitted). ["Duties include, but are not limited to: Accurately operates a wide variety of imaging equipment to obtain examinations of acceptable quality, utilizing the least amount of radiation to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes. Performing all ultrasound examinations ranging from the routine to the highly specialized. Performing the examination requires proper position of the patient. Setting up and adjusting all equipment and manually maneuvers the transducer to perform the exam. Performing ultrasound examinations of the abdomen, neck, chest, extremities, retroperitoneal space for purpose of acquiring high quality examinations that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders. Performing periodic user maintenance on the ultrasound and ankle brachial index systems. Performing vascular imaging, both arterial and venous. Performing Ankle Brachial Index vascular studies. Advising radiologist of significant abnormalities that would require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing exam. Assisting Lead Technologist in establishing protocols for routine examinations and making independent judgments when it is necessary to deviate from standard procedures. Assuring timely completion of the assigned workload. Providing on-the-job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices. Assisting in handling complaints and obtaining radiology and lab orders from physicians and other personnel for procedures. Working closely with other departmental personnel in coordinating and integrating departmental activities. Performing and completing imaging studies within the established guidelines for stat, urgent, and routine exams. Adhering to written directives by the VHA, The Joint Commission, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Occupational Safety & Health Administration. Performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Work Schedule: Fulltime, Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required This is a Bargaining Unit position"]

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