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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Health Administration-VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System ECHCS Apply Print Share Save
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This job is open to Duties Requirements How you will be evaluated Required documents How to apply
Summary --------------------------------
The VA Eastern Colorado HealthCare System ECHCS is complexity level 1a. The Rocky Mountain Regional RMR VAMC is one of the largest VA hospitals in the US with 182 beds and includes a 30-bed spinal cord injury-disease treatment center. The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist at this level are fully functional & can carry out assigned tasks independently and requires current & maintained American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT certification.
Overview --------------------------------
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 02242026 to 01292027 Salary 60898 to - 108600 per year Pay scale & grade GS 5 - 8 Location 1 vacancy in the following location Aurora CO 1 vacancy Remote job No Travel Required 25 or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted Promotion potential 8 Job family Series 0647 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk Trust determination process Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number CBSU-12894308-26-ML Control number 858647700
Duties --------------------------------
Employees at this grade level are to be qualified to provide services in specialized areas of radiologic technology and/or general radiologic technology services. The general DRT is expected to perform standard & complex imaging protocols using advanced high cost-high technology not limited to Digital Radiography DR. Inumbent must be available to work independently at various tours of duty including weekends holidays & on-call duties as needed. The DRT shall perform routine diagnostic radiographic examinations of the head cervical-thoracic-lumbar spines chest abdomen & extremities in the department & possible portable settings. Confers with radiologists for determination of non-standard exams determines technical factors positioning & sets the equipment to obtain radiographic images. Performs radiographic exams utilizing standard protocols & reading medical history to ensure proper exams are achieved distributes exam requisitions according to Radiologist assignment & the level of exam priority. Notifies radiologist of studies requiring their immediate attention such as STAT or Urgent. Explains exams and/or procedures to the patient so the patient comprehends actions taking place. Ensures all images going into PACS have the correct accession number for radiologist interpretation & providers viewing. Registers requests cancels & edits exams through varies computer programs including but not limited to Radiology Information System RIS VISTA VISTA Imaging CPRS. Informs patient of all pertinent preparations for his/her exam. Practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients staff & self by following the principles of ALARAScreens all child-bearing age patients 12-55 years old if they are or think they may be pregnant. Ensures film badges are properly worn when performing radiographic examinations. Troubleshoots problems & reports them to their supervisor & the correct authority to fix i.e. PACS Administrator Maximo request I.T. requests etc.. The DRT is a steward of proper handling of the radiographic equipment & its peripheral components to ensure longevity of operation. Performs basic & some advanced PACS procedures using various applications to ensure proper handling of image storage & dissemination to various customers to include but not limited to patients providers & other facilities. Following Release of Information ROI & HIPAA guidelines incumbent shall follow procedures to burn exams onto a computer disc CD using current hardware & software programs. Maintains flexibility & competency in assigned duties with no supervision during non-duty hours. DRT shall ensure department security is upheld physical security includes locking doors when applicable & security of patient information to prevent HIPAA violations. The DRT performs administrative duties answering the phone registering patients for exams ensuring proper prep sheets questionnaires are properly filled out & burning CDs of exams when requested. Maintains required licensures & skill certifications to include ARRT BLSCPR & assigned activities through TMS and/or other training modules mandated through the VHA.
Requirements --------------------------------
The VA Eastern Colorado HealthCare System ECHCS is complexity level 1a. The Rocky Mountain Regional RMR VAMC is one of the largest VA hospitals in the US with 182 beds and includes a 30-bed spinal cord injury-disease treatment center. The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist at this level are fully functional & can carry out assigned tasks independently and requires current & maintained American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT certification.
How you will be evaluated -------------------------
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Required documents -------------------
To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Professional Certification Resume SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action Transcript
Special Note for Applications --------------------------------
To complete your application please use the following link http://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted Resume document upload field. Your full resume CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the Other document upload field.
The following documents are accepted and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s current/former Federal employees etc.
Cover Letter DD-214 Statement of Service Disability Letter VA Full Resume CV Professional Certification Resume SF-15 SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Veterans Preference When applying for Federal Jobs eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt TP 10pt CPCPSXP or for Sole Survivor Preference SSP in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214s which shows dates and character of service honorable general etc.. If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service character of service honorable general etc. and dates of impending separation. Additionally disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans Preference.
Veterans preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply ----------------
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 01292027 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usajobs.gov/ViewQuestionnaire12894308. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
Agency Contact Information -------------------------
VISN 19 HR Contact Center Phone: 719-227-4600 Email: V19USAJOBS@va.gov Address: VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System, 1700 N Wheeling St, Aurora CO 80045, US
Next Steps ------------
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages including all required documents and the vacancy announcement closes we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificate is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
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