Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)

Job Overview

About the Position: This is a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) at Guthrie Army Health Clinic, Ft. Drum, New York. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. This is an open continuous announcement.

Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available.

Job Description

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e. g.

, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e. g. , professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirement for Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI): Radiology Certification: Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75.

The following meet these requirements: (1) Persons employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel prior to the effective date of the regulation (January 13, 1986) who show evidence of current or fully satisfactory performance or certification of such from a licensed practitioner such as a doctor of medicine, osteopathy, dentistry, podiatry, or chiropractic who prescribes radiologic procedures to others.

Key Responsibilities

• You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
• Conduct complex 3D and 2D magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of the head, spine, extremities, and body, ensuring precise image acquisition for diagnostic purposes.,Instruct patients on procedure methods, safety precautions, and risks to having an MRI,Start intravenous lines (IV) for patients who need them for their specific test.,Perform preventative maintenance ensuring equipment is operating correctly.,Operate film processing and duplication machines,Monitor equipment performance to address malfunctions, make minor adjustments,Identify and correct image artifacts to ensure quality images are produced.,Collaborate with radiologists to tailor imaging protocols for both standard and complex cases.,Provide images to radiologists and referring physicians to support accurate diagnosis and patient care.,Train other staff in performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.
• Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
• You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
• Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
• Essentially, they must (1) have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation and is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education, and (2) be certified as radiographers in their field.
• (2) Persons first employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel after the effective date of the regulation who (a) received training from institutions in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not accredit training in that particular field at the time of graduation, or (b) practiced in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not license that particular field or did not allow special eligibility to take a licensure examination for those who did not graduate from an accredited educational program, provided such persons show evidence of training, experience, and competence, as determined by OPM or the employing agency.
• In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing diagnostic magnetic resonance examinations or assisting radiologists with more difficult procedures; and performing quality assurance.
• This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).

Work Location and Schedule

This role is listed as On-site with location information shown as Fort Drum, New York. The employment type is Full Time.

About the Company

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