Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist; MRI

Summary

This Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (ADRT) - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - is assigned to the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center (RMRVAMC) - Imaging Service; MRI Section within the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System (ECHCS) in Aurora, Colorado. RMRVAMC is a complex level 1A1 Medical Center providing a full range of state-of-the-art patient care services, including a 182-bed hospital with a 30-bed spinal cord injury and disorders service.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be considered tentatively but cannot be hired until all requirements are fulfilled.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship:
  Non-citizens may only be appointed when qualified citizens are unavailable, in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency:
  Must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).
• Certification:
  Must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
• Advanced ARRT certification is required for duties involving computed tomography (CT), MRI, or Mammography (M), performed independently.
• Education:
  
  Completion of a full-time post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program of at least 24 months, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree, accredited by JRCERT or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  At least one year of relevant experience demonstrating clinical competencies at the next lower grade level.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Demonstrate technical KSAs including patient care, procedure assessment, basic life support, physical assessment, aseptic techniques, and others as specified.

Preferred Experience: General MRI experience in a medical center.

Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting, moderate carrying, pushing, reaching, dexterity, prolonged standing, bending, rapid coordination, visual and auditory acuity, and ability to wear protective gear for extended periods.

Duties

• Operate MRI equipment to obtain high-quality images while managing SAR levels.
• Perform MRI procedures on various body parts and vessels, including MR angiography.
• Administer contrast media, process images, maintain records, and manage scheduling and documentation.
• Ensure safety protocols, respond to patient reactions, and participate in after-hours call rotation.
• Prepare sterile trays, maintain supplies, and verify patient and procedure details.
• Adjust equipment, consult with radiologists, and perform minor repairs.
• Participate in quality management and safety reporting.

Work Schedule and Benefits: Various tours, competitive salary, paid time off, parental leave, childcare subsidy, retirement options, federal insurance, and non-virtual position.