Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (General DRT/MRI/CT)

This position is located at the Cheyenne VA Medical Center in Cheyenne, Wyoming, acts as an Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and is responsible for the performance and coordination of MRI under the direction of a Radiologist. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

This specialty modality requires additional familiarity of super conducting magnets, the physics of superconducting magnets, and how they relate to the human anatomy in medical imaging. The technologist must be educated in the safety factors governing a magnetic environment that patients, visitors, and equipment enter. The technologist must have specific specialized familiarity of cross-sectional anatomy and how it relates to the soft tissues and vessels of the human body. The technologist must also have specialized familiarity in the radio-frequency surface coils required for each specific anatomical area to be imaged. Duties may include, but are not limited to: Safeguards the MRI scanning environment sufficient to always maintain a safe condition. The technologist observes patient safety guidelines as set forth in department and Medical Center policies and procedures. Provides input for the development of policy and procedure for the MRI section, pursuant to the delivery of MRI services at the highest possible standard of patient safety, in accordance with the recommendations of the American College of Radiology, Joint Commission and VHA policies. In conjunction with the Radiologist, develops, maintains, and improves a system of examination protocols to standardize examination appearance, to tailor the images obtained to the pathologic condition being investigated, and to optimize the benefit to the patient being examined. Trains other personnel in MRI principles, procedures, capabilities, techniques, and equipment. Explains concepts and principles of the methodology and its use and limitations as a diagnostic tool. Under the guidance of the Radiologist, interprets requests and instructions from medical providers. Informs the patient about the examination, securing their trust, confidence, and cooperation. Fully screens each patient for contra-indications or risk factors for any of the techniques that are to be used in the examination. Collaboration with the Radiologist will take place in the presence of any of the above, and the examination and/or the patient's post procedural care will be adjusted accordingly. Under the direction of the Radiologist or Licensed Independent Provider (LIP) the technologist prepares, labels, and administers contrast agents according to signed orders. The technologist is required to maintain adequate competency to insert an appropriate Intravenous Line (IV) catheter and the use of automated or manual injection techniques according to signed contrast orders. Ensures that the contrast injection and the scanning sequences are timed appropriately so that the desired vascular phase images are obtained. Positions the patient and the image cut planes correctly for high quality views and will vary the patient position and cut planes as necessary to adjust for the patient's medical condition and abilities. Adjusts all operator controllable parameters of the MRI equipment, ensuring that the portion of the body specified receives the correct, calculated exposure to variable magnetic fields, radio wave signals, or ionizing radiation. The technologist uses their specialized familiarity of anatomy to correctly visualize the desired features of the patient. Actively participates and monitors quality control program parameters. Reports deviations inQuality Control tests and defects in MRI and Imaging equipment, power injector, and patient monitor to the Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO), supervisor, and biomedical engineer for repair or calibration. Maintains equipment malfunction and downtime log. Maintains effective relationship with manufacturer service representative to help diagnose and fix equipment over the phone and in person. Monitors temperature in Computer room and Control room and notifies Facilities Management (Engineering) when temperature is out of range required for MRI computer operation. Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 1:00pm-9:30pm Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 54547A

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.