Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - GS-0647-08

## Overview Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (GS-0647-08) - This position is located at McDonald Army Health Center , Fort Eustis, Virginia. Fort Eustis is located near Newport News, VA. Since the turn of the 19th century, Newport News has been known as the provider of the nation's finest, technologically advanced military ships. In more recent years, Newport News has also become a center for international commerce, research and technology. Our economy is strengthened by a strong military presence in Hampton Roads, and in Newport News, we are proud to be home of the U.S. Army Transportation Center at Fort Eustis. - A recruitment incentive *may* be authorized for highly qualified candidates. - Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ ## Responsibilities Serves as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (GS-0647-08) in a general medical and surgical hospital, independently performing complex and highly specialized procedures. Assists in developing, maintaining, and reviewing a quality improvement (QI) and quality control (QC) programs. Serves as a consultant to other medical treatment facilities (MTF departments) that perform radiologic procedures. 1. Independently makes examinations after conferring with the radiologist to establish the examination requirements. Schedules, receives, and reviews requests from physicians and other health care providers for examinations. Determines the condition(s) at issue and the procedures and equipment to best meet the needs of the individual case. Explains procedures to patient and family. Starts intravenous fluids and monitors all devices. Recognizes the significance of all structures and the differences between artifact and normal pathology. Ensures compliance with accrediting and regulatory requirements such as the American College of Radiology, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), etc. Helps to develop internal monitors and coordinates and conducts studies to evaluate the quality and appropriateness of patient care provided by the radiology department. a. Performs the full range of diagnostic examinations/procedures, including but not limited to: neuro, chest, abdominal, chest, pediatric, extremity, body, muscular skeletal. Selects proper technical settings and scan protocol from computer menu. Administers oral and intravenous contrast material observing Universal Precautions, as indicated by exam protocol, interview and screening process. Prints images on an as needed basis and processes films in automatic film processor; archives images onto MOD and with AGFA Archive system. Interviews and screens patients concerning sensitivity to contrast material. Assists radiologist in determining type and volume of I.V. contrast material to be administered. Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards to staff and patients. Evaluates images with radiologist to determine use of contrast or additional images. Assists radiologists during guided biopsy and aspiration procedures. Responsible for obtaining optimal images to provide the Radiologist with information to assure that an accurate diagnosis is rendered. Ensures that all patient records are complete and signed prior to examination or procedures being performed. b. Monitors equipment status indicators to prevent damage and liaisons with GE and MEDRAD for equipment maintenance. Performs daily quality control checks of scanner. Checks emergency equipment and drugs for missing an…