Diag Rad Tech (MRI)

The DRT(MRI) technologist operates an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scanner to acquire diagnostic images of patients to enable the diagnosis of disease and to guide patient management. The MRI technologist has primary responsibility to ensure that MRI safety principles are applied in the environment and with patient care. Exam requests are screened for appropriateness and reviewed with a radiologist as needed.Major Duties include but are not limited to:Receive patients, confirm patient identification, obtain patient history, provide patient education, provide reassurance and ensure patient comfort.Review exam requests for appropriateness before performing exams. Use appropriateness criteria, the clinical history provided on the request, patient interview, chart review or contact with the ordering clinician to clarify as needed.Apply principles of customer service and whole health to promote a positive patient experience.Practice strict adherence to MRI safety principles. Perform safety screening of all patients, visitors and staff entering zones III and IV.Perform the technical operations to acquire diagnostic MRI images--operate the MRI scanner controls and apply radiofrequency coils and other associated devices and supplies.Establish venous access using a sheath-needle type angio-catheter employing sterile technique.Apply infection control practices, including knowledge of modes of transmission, levels of precautions and preventive measures.The incumbent reports to the Supervisor MIT (MRI)/MRI Safety Officer, who manages immediate operations such as workflow, work assignments, breaks and lunches, technical and MRI safety consultation, troubleshooting and other facets of operations management.Work assignments include data collection for performance improvement, equipment QC, exam tracking and audits and other administrative duties assigned by the Supervisor MIT (MRI)/MRI Safety Officer.The incumbent is responsible to perform work assignments with required accuracy and timeliness, and to solicit guidance and clarification as needed.Work Schedule: 2:00PM- 10:30 PM. Mon thru Friday with tours rotated and reassigned as needed, Call coverage also required and rotated as needed.Telework: Not available.Virtual: This is not a virtual position.VA Careers - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: https://youtube.com/embed/I-4ku5UMvWMTotal Rewards of a Allied Health ProfessionalPay: Competitive salary and regular salary increasesPaid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)