Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Veterans Health Administration • Loma Linda, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the VA Loma Linda Healthcare System in Loma Linda, California. The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (IR) provides diagnostic radiologic support and coverage in the Interventional Radiographic room, performs a wide variety of sophisticated angiographic procedures, and receives and interprets requests or instructions for angiography and diagnostic radiology procedures.

The technologist works independently in diagnostic and interventional radiology settings, including surgical environments where a sterile field must be maintained. The role includes participation on a Moderate Sedation team when patients require sedation, ongoing assessment of image quality and equipment performance, maintenance of medical and emergency supplies, inventory and record keeping, and participation in hospital and Radiology quality-management and safety programs. The position works across the Diagnostic Area and may perform portable X-rays and portable fluoroscopic exams outside the department.

The work schedule is an irregular tour that includes weekends, evenings, and nights. Telework is not available, and the position is not virtual. Relocation and recruitment incentives and Permanent Change of Station authorization are not offered.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Radiography (ARRT) (R).
• Completion of a full-time diagnostic radiologic technology training course of at least 24 months, or equivalent, in a post-high-school program evidenced by a certificate or associate degree and accredited by JRCERT or another Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency.
• At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, demonstrating the specified clinical competencies.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to balance patient and staff needs while performing complex scans and procedures.
• Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from medical records, significant others, and health care providers.
• Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate a 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 patient care.
• Clinical competencies including equipment operation checks and calibration, knowledge of patient records and clinical information, monitoring physiologic changes, professional communication, and knowledge of anatomy, positioning, and image assessment.
• Ability to work independently as a fully functional advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist.
• Must complete required pre-employment screening, background/security investigation, onboarding, and seasonal influenza vaccination requirements; selected applicants in testing-designated positions are subject to urinalysis.
• Must serve a one- or two-year trial period.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that independently include CT, MRI, or mammography duties.
• Specific knowledge and training in cross-sectional anatomy, spiral or multi-slice CT, 3-D reconstruction, drainages, biopsies, and peripheral vascular examinations for assignments that include independent CT duties.

Responsibilities

• Review each requisition to ensure the patient history and complaint are consistent with the requested examination; take corrective action as needed, including contacting the referring physician, nurse manager, or radiologist.
• Interview patients to obtain additional clinical information.
• Verify patient identity using the Joint Commission-recommended method and confirm demographic information is correct and compatible with DICOM requirements for PACS viewing and electronic archiving.
• Participate on a Moderate Sedation team when patients require sedation.
• Use and maintain computerized diagnostic and interventional radiology equipment and hospital computer systems.
• Continuously assess image quality and equipment performance to support optimum image quality.
• Work in surgical-type environments while maintaining a sterile field.
• Maintain assigned rooms with appropriate medical and emergency supplies.
• Perform work throughout the Diagnostic Area and outside the department, including portable X-rays and portable fluoroscopic examinations.
• Perform inventory in the Interventional Radiology and Fluoroscopy sections according to the IR Inventory SOP, check expiration dates, mark items as required, and promptly report discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Maintain required records and actively participate in hospital and Radiology quality-management and safety programs.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for eligible employees; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
• Selected applicants may qualify to receive service credit for prior work or military service when determining annual leave accrual, subject to request and approval.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree