Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
About The Position
This position is located at the 87th Medical Group, MTF McGuire, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist performs difficult and complex diagnostic procedures, including positioning patients, selecting technical factors, operating accessory equipment, and making exposures for requested examinations. The technologist ensures required sterile supplies and materials are available, prepares and administers contrast media under close radiologist supervision, maintains examination records, and assists radiologists with specialized and invasive procedures. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.
Requirements
- Meet radiology certification requirements under Public Law 97-35 and 42 CFR Part 75, including completion of qualifying radiologic education and certification as a radiographer, or meet an applicable federal employment, training, experience, and competence provision.
- Have one year of specialized experience performing radiographic procedures, maintaining or troubleshooting equipment, and preparing or administering contrast materials; or one full year of graduate-level education directly related to the work; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
- Obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
- Consent to pre-employment screening and random drug urinalysis testing.
- Complete a pre-placement medical examination and annual physical examinations.
- Complete required immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
- Be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting up to 45 pounds.
- Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- Complete a required personnel security investigation and meet suitability or fitness requirements.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- Complete a one-year probationary period.
Responsibilities
- Perform difficult and complex diagnostic procedures.
- Receive patients and explain the method of procedure.
- Position patients, select technical factors, set up and adjust accessory equipment, and make exposures necessary for requested procedures.
- Ensure sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required materials are available and in place.
- Prepare and administer contrast media orally, by enema, or intravenously under close control of a radiologist.
- Maintain records of patients examined, examinations performed, views taken, and technical factors used.
- Assist radiologists in performing specialized and invasive procedures.
Benefits
- A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
- Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.
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Job Type
Full-time
