X-Ray / MRI Technologist

Customer Value Partners•Garner, NC

15h•Onsite

About The Position

CVP seeks an X-Ray / MRI Technologist to provide high-quality imaging services to Veterans at the Garner VA Clinic in support of the Radiology Service of the Durham VA Healthcare System. This full-time, on-site position performs diagnostic imaging in two or more modalities—X-ray, CT, MRI, and Ultrasound—and produces diagnostically acceptable studies for physicians to use in diagnosis and treatment. Services must meet or exceed American College of Radiology guidelines and technical standards. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, excluding federal holidays. Available clinic schedules are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. The technologist performs modality-specific examinations, prepares and monitors patients, administers contrast under radiologist supervision, assists with interventional procedures, maintains imaging equipment and supplies, documents care, and follows patient safety, infection control, radiation safety, privacy, and information security requirements.

Requirements

Successfully undergo a Government-sponsored Tier 1/Low Risk background investigation.
U.S. citizenship.
Completion of a post-high school radiologic technology program of at least 24 months, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree, accredited by JRCERT or another accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Current registration in two or more of the listed modalities: ARRT Radiography (ARRT(R)); ARRT Computed Tomography (ARRT(CT)); ARRT Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT(MR)); or ARDMS registration or ARRT Sonography (ARRT(S)).
At least one year of recent experience in each modality worked.
Current BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or another approved certifying body, renewed every two years.
Fluent spoken and written English, including the ability to speak, understand, read, and write English.
Technical proficiency in the skills needed to fulfill the Government's requirements, working knowledge of medical terminology, and basic computer skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including extended periods of standing and lifting, moving, and positioning patients and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a VA or comparably complex healthcare environment.
Demonstrated competency in IV insertion for contrast administration.
Experience with VistA, CPRS, and PACS.
Experience precepting students or new technologists.
Bachelor's degree in radiologic sciences or a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging examinations in two or more assigned modalities (X-ray, CT, MRI, and Ultrasound) in accordance with ACR guidelines, departmental protocols, and standard operating procedures.
Produce diagnostically acceptable images for diagnosis, therapeutic planning, and treatment.
Verify patient identity using at least two identifiers; review exam requests, relevant labs, and patient history to confirm exam appropriateness and patient tolerance.
Explain procedures, preparation requirements, indications, and potential adverse effects; obtain required consent; and position patients with attention to comfort, modesty, and safety.
Prepare and administer oral, enema, and intravenous contrast, including gadolinium-based MRI contrast, under radiologist supervision; monitor vital signs and respond to adverse contrast reactions.
Perform general diagnostic and fluoroscopic radiography, including portable and C-arm studies in wards, operating rooms, and emergency rooms, as well as assigned ABI testing and DEXA scans.
Perform CT examinations of the head, neck, spine, chest, body, and extremities, including CT angiography and reconstructions, and transmit images and series to PACS.
Independently perform routine, urgent, and emergent MRI studies and advanced studies as competency is demonstrated; follow MRI safety screening protocols for patients, staff, and visitors entering Zones 2 to 4.
Perform standard diagnostic ultrasound examinations using spectral, power, and color Doppler techniques, including abdominal, small parts, pelvic, breast, emergent first-trimester obstetric, and vascular studies.
Assist radiologists with interventional and special procedures, including biopsies, aspirations, and drainages; set up equipment, use sterile technique, handle specimens, and deliver them to the laboratory.
Follow radiation safety practices, including lead shielding, collimation, and dose monitoring, and wear dosimetry badges.
Document care in CPRS and use VistA, VistA Imaging, McKesson PACS, ISS, and HISRIS to register, track, and archive exams; sign notes and close encounters within 24 hours.
Maintain room readiness and supplies, including contrast; clean equipment according to infection control guidelines; and report equipment problems to the supervisor and Biomedical Engineering.
Follow infection control, sterile technique, and patient safety standards; report safety incidents through JPSR and notify the COR within 24 hours.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, the Privacy Act, and VA information security requirements.