Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Camp Pendleton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist independently performs routine to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures. Duties include preparing patients and explaining procedures; setting up the imaging suite and equipment; preparing contrast material for administration; and establishing a sterile field. The technologist performs procedures including upper and lower GI studies, intravenous pyelograms, cystography, hysterosalpingography, arthrography, cholangiograms, sinograms, and fistulagrams. When required, the technologist serves as a Quality Control Technologist, reviewing radiographs for diagnostic quality before interpretation by a radiologist. The position also schedules radiology appointments using a computerized scheduling system and instructs students in a radiologic technologist program. The position is designated Mission Essential, and the incumbent must report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies. Uncommon tours of duty may be required, including on-call work, fixed or rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Moderate to heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds is required. Recruitment or relocation incentives, advance leave accrual, and salary negotiation may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Requirements

Meet the specialized experience requirement of one year performing work such as operating a digital X-ray system to take patient images, assisting a radiologist during fluoroscopy imaging, and using sterile and safe radiology techniques; or meet the stated graduate-education or combined education-and-experience alternative.
Obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
Complete required background investigation and credit check; the role also has initial and periodic background re-verification requirements due to recurring interaction with minors.
Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
Participate in applicant and random drug testing and sign DA Form 5019 consenting to random drug urinalysis testing.
Complete a pre-placement medical examination and required immunization screening; hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
Obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support certification through the American Red Cross.
Fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Complete a one-year probationary period.
Use direct deposit for pay.

Responsibilities

Independently perform routine to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures.
Prepare patients, explain procedures, set up the imaging suite and equipment, prepare contrast material for administration, and set up the sterile field.
Perform upper and lower GI studies, intravenous pyelograms, cystography, hysterosalpingography, arthrography, cholangiograms, sinograms, and fistulagrams.
When required, serve as a Quality Control Technologist and review radiographs for diagnostic quality before radiologist interpretation.
Schedule patients for radiology appointments using the computerized scheduling system.
Instruct students participating in the radiologic technologist program.
Report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations.