Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist; IR

Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (IR)

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This Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) - Interventional Radiology (IR) - position is assigned to the Memphis Veterans Affairs Healthcare System - Medical Imaging Service in the IR section. The Memphis Veterans Affairs Healthcare System is a complex facility that provides services in specialized and complex areas of diagnostic imaging and a comprehensive interventional radiology program.

• United States Citizenship:
  Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Certification:
  All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology – Radiography (ARRT) (R).
• Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and/or Mammography duties performed independently – as applicable.
• Education:
  
  Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in a post‑high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other recognized accrediting agencies.
• Credentialing Standards:
  Must meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75 – Standards for the Accreditation of Educational Programs and the Credentialing of Radiographic Personnel.
• Grade Determinations:
  Applicants must meet the grade requirements for a GS‑10 DRT and possess required experience (see below).

• One to two years’ experience in the IR Hybrid Surgical Equipment/Room and vascular interventional radiology, pain management, and/or interventional technology.
• Knowledge of vascular systems and major vessel anatomy, specialized equipment for digital subtraction systems, and interventional procedures.
• Excellent administrative skills, experience with Picture Archiving Systems (PACS), regulatory readiness, and Joint Commission accreditation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of radiation protection standards, dosage monitoring, advanced imaging software, basic physics of X‑ray operation, and patient positioning for complex imaging studies (CT, MRI, IR, ultrasound, mammography).

• Heavy lifting – 45 pounds and over.
• Moderate carrying – 15‑44 pounds.
• Pushing for up to 4 hours.
• Reaching above shoulder.
• Use of fingers – good dexterity required (both hands).
• Prolonged walking, standing, repeated bending.
• Rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously.
• Far vision correctable to 20/20 in at least one eye.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.
• Hearing (aid permitted).
• Speed in working, emotional stability.
• Ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron for possibly long periods of time.

• Accurately operate a wide variety of imaging equipment to obtain examinations of acceptable quality while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Maintain expert specialization in complex areas of interventional radiology and provide after‑hours on‑call coverage at TVHS.
• Assist with complex diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular equipment during imaging procedures.
• Participate in the Interventional Radiology quality assessment and improvement programs, fostering teamwork with IR radiologists and nursing staff.
• Provide patient experience with timely, well‑organized exams and technical expertise during each procedure.
• Perform complex imaging procedures including biliary drain exchanges, tunnel catheter exchanges, portacath placements, shuntograms with declotting, and percutaneous nephrostomy tube placements.
• Apply Infection Control and safety procedures for patients and staff, in accordance with Medical Center and Medical Imaging Service policies.
• Operate all electrical and mechanical equipment safely and use protective equipment as required.
• Use independent judgment to modify exams or treatment procedures as needed for patient conditions and body habitus.
• Comply with all safety/fire prevention rules and regulations.

8:00 am – 4:30 pm; on‑call required. Compressed/flexible schedule not authorized. Telework, virtual, or relocation/incentives not available.

Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level. Health Care Provider. Government Administration.

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