The Long Beach VA Medical Center is currently recruiting for one (1) Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Temporary) to work in Radiology Services Long Beach, CA. This incumbent provide care/service to a critically ill through rehabilitating patient; adult through geriatric population, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Major duties include but are not limited to: Operate and monitor commonly used equipment performing routine procedures under general supervision. The technician functions somewhat independently in carrying out these standardized procedures of limited complexity. Deviations from regular procedures, unanticipated problems, and unfamiliar situations are referred to the supervisor for a decision or help. Some assignments at this level also include developmental duties involving more complex procedures designed to prepare the technician for promotion to higher grades in a functional area. Such duties are performed under closer supervision. Serve as developmental DRTs, performing examinations which are routine and standardized in nature. Explain exams to patients in terms they can understand as well as potential hazards. Troubleshoot equipment used for diagnostic radiology and exercise extreme caution in the handling and safeguarding of all radiation producing equipment. Report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner to service representatives and assist higher graded technologists in performing more complicated examinations. maintain certification and be in good standing with governing bodies. Per: Appendix G25 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standard. DRTs at a GS-8 perform technical work in support of Diagnostic Radiology, under the direction of a radiologist and other medical officers. Produce radiographic studies that are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by medical officers to locate injuries, foreign bodies, pathological conditions, or lesions within the body. They prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with State and Federal regulations. Operate various radiography equipment in the Radiology section, Operating suites, Pain management suites, and other sections where services is required. Demonstrates knowledge and practices radiation protection by use of ALARA standards and the use of radiation protection devices for both patient and hospital personal. Operate equipment, both fixed and mobile units, includes direct capture digital as part of the diagnostic imaging plan for patients. Routine examinations include but are not limited to radiographs of the skull, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, spine, extremities, soft tissue studies, contrast studies of the digestive system, lower extremity venous system, joints and other internal organs and systems. Assure proper film identification with utilization of correct accession number for PACS, and identification markers with tech initials (right/left). Radiographer must follow the prescribed exam protocols. Uses critical thinking skills to vary positions, exam and/or treatment procedures as needed to compensate for patient's individual medical conditions and body habitus. Work Schedule: Mondays to Fridays, 07:30 am to 4:00 pm Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Title/Functional Statement #:Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Temporary)/PD000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
