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Summary

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (General) position is located within the Imaging Services Department at the Birmingham VA Healthcare System. This position is responsible for the production of diagnostic images in the general radiology section of the department. He/She will work with other technologists - radiologists - clinicians - the lead technologist - supervisor - chief technologist - and other staff to assure optimum quality imaging and veteran satisfaction.

Duties

• The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) will perform procedures and examinations under the general direction of the Lead Clinical Instructor Technologist - the Supervisory General Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - the Chief Technologist of Radiology - or the Radiologist
• The DRT (General X-Ray) utilizes digital equipment to perform diagnostic radiography procedures
• The incumbent will receive and properly identify the patient - explain the method of procedure - position patient - select and set appropriate technical factors - set up and adjust accessory equipment required - and make necessary exposures for the requested examinations
• The incumbent will ensure the images are of diagnostic quality - then transmit the digital images to the Picture Archive Computer System (PACS)
• This requires the technologist to have knowledge of human anatomy
• The selectee will perform radiographic exams independently or as a team member with other technologists such as chest - extremities - spines - skull - sinus - abdominal studies and any other exam that does not require the direct presence of a radiologist
• The incumbent will ensure that all exam rooms are stocked and prepared for different examinations and procedures on a daily basis
• He/She will also ensure that the rooms and equipment are clean and functioning appropriately and notifies supervisor of any inventory changes or concerns
• Additionally - all General Technologists are required to back up surgery - be on call when applicable - rotate holidays - and will cover weekends and off-shifts as needed
• Other duties will include but are not limited to: The incumbent will assist the radiologist in the performance of fluoroscopic procedures such as but not limited to GI studies - barium and air contrast enemas - different types of cystography - MSK procedures - LP's - and myelograms
• The incumbent will perform a variety of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures in a mobile capacity - whether it be in the patient's room - unit - or the operating room
• He/She will be working with heavy - mobile - highly sophisticated equipment which must be moved during the examination and/or procedure
• Sterile field must be maintained at all times
• The incumbent is responsible for maintaining required records for each patient
• This includes registering each patient and procedure and status tracking upon completion of each examination
• He/She is also responsible for documentation in the patient's chart of any pertinent information - dose and time of fluoroscopic procedures - and any medications injected during a procedure
• The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Radiography) position requires physical demands
• He/She are frequently required to walk - stand - bend - and reach
• Must be able to lift and/or move over 50 pounds
• There will be long periods of standing while wearing lead apron - glove - masks - gown - and eye shields during different procedures
• Must have manual dexterity and keyboard skills
• The incumbent must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word
• Must be able to view and read information on a computer screen
• Must maintain his/her BLS certification
• The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Radiography) must have a thorough knowledge in the effects of x-ray techniques on patients and other operator controls in order to assure proper safety measures are followed
• He/She will recognize changes if equipment and procedures that may increase exposure to patient and/or technologist and will adopt methods to prevent such overexposure
• Knowledge of ionizing radiation protection standards including concepts of accumulated dosage - genetic changes - and effect of radiation on living organisms
• The incumbent will maintain their required continuing education units with the ARRT and will ensure their professional license does not lapse or expire
• Work Schedule: Tuesday -Friday 11:00am-9:30pm - with rotating holidays.
• This subject to change based on the operational needs of the agency
• Telework: Not AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: FS-59120 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized