Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Diagnstc Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Position:
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)Posted:
14-Aug-24Location:
Palo Alto, CaliforniaSalary:
OpenCategories:
Allied HealthInternal Number:
766161300This 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.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.Education:
Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration 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).Grade Determinations:Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography), GS-09Experience:
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.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers.Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions.Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.Assignment:
The complex nature of breast disease involves multiple imaging modalities. This specialty involves the specific knowledge and abilities to perform complex imaging of the breast. Mammographers must be able to employ specialized mammographic image techniques such as magnification views and implant views of the breast. The mammographer is required to be completely familiar with, and adhere to, all U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines regulating the practice of mammography, radiation safety, and quality assurance requirements.Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pmTelework:
Not availableVirtual:
This is not a virtual position.Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not AuthorizedEDRP Authorized:
Contact susan.bringel@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not authorizedFinancial Disclosure Report:
Not requiredThis is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2024.
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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)Posted:
14-Aug-24Location:
Palo Alto, CaliforniaSalary:
OpenCategories:
Allied HealthInternal Number:
766161300This 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.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.Education:
Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration 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).Grade Determinations:Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography), GS-09Experience:
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.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from the medical record, significant others, and health care providers.Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques and universal precautions.Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.Assignment:
The complex nature of breast disease involves multiple imaging modalities. This specialty involves the specific knowledge and abilities to perform complex imaging of the breast. Mammographers must be able to employ specialized mammographic image techniques such as magnification views and implant views of the breast. The mammographer is required to be completely familiar with, and adhere to, all U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines regulating the practice of mammography, radiation safety, and quality assurance requirements.Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pmTelework:
Not availableVirtual:
This is not a virtual position.Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not AuthorizedEDRP Authorized:
Contact susan.bringel@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not authorizedFinancial Disclosure Report:
Not requiredThis is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2024.
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