Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
About The Position
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist provides support to Fort Meyer at Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center in Arlington, Virginia, helping ensure consistent, high-quality patient care and facility operations. The position is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to the competitive service. The technologist independently performs bone densitometry, multiaxial tomography/computed tomography, cardiovascular, and interventional procedures; assists radiologists with specialized and invasive procedures; and ensures required sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other materials are available. The role also includes maintaining patient records in a computer database and managing supplies for the assigned exposure room. The position requires relevant radiologic credentials, licensure, clinical privileges, and certifications, as well as required immunization screening, tuberculosis testing, background investigation, and pre-employment and annual physical examinations. It is designated Mission Essential, so the employee may be required to report to or remain at work during severe weather or other emergencies.
Requirements
- Meet the basic credentialing requirements for a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist under 42 CFR Part 75 through an accepted licensure, certification, education, or federal-service pathway.
- Have one year of specialized experience performing radiologic procedures, maintaining patient information in a computer database, and performing front desk duties such as scheduling and explaining examination methods; or meet the stated graduate education or combined education-and-experience alternative.
- Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Obtain and maintain ARRT certification and Virginia State licensure.
- Fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
- Complete required immunization screening, including Hepatitis B immunization for direct patient contact, and meet seasonal influenza vaccination requirements unless exempted.
- Complete required tuberculosis testing.
- Pass a background investigation for suitability for federal employment.
- Complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
- Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- Complete a one-year probationary period.
Nice To Haves
- Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Independently perform bone densitometry, multiaxial tomography/computed tomography, cardiovascular, and interventional procedures.
- Ensure sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required materials are available and in place.
- Assist radiologists in performing specialized and invasive procedures.
- Establish and maintain patient information records using a computer database.
- Request and stock supplies needed to complete examinations in the assigned exposure room.
Benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, with benefits for employees and their families.
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Job Type
Full-time
