Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) of the head, neck spine, chest and body. These exams are performed with and wit hout use of contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies so that proper diagnosis and treatment may be effectuated.
Duties may include but are not limited to: -Arranges exams in a manner so as to optimize all of the radiographic equipment including the MRI scanner times while maintaining a flexibility to allow for emergency cases. -Confers with radiologists to determine requirements of non-standard exams. -Determines technical factors, positioning, number and thickness of scans, etc., to produce and satisfy requirements of MRI scanning.
-He/She notifies the Radiologist of scans requiring their immediate attention. -Works with the radiologist as a member of the radiographic team. -Assist and anticipate the needs of the radiologists and the performance of the exam. -Continuously on the alert for the patient's condition (the alertness of the individual is essential to prevent contamination, recognize patient reactions, anticipate technique factor difficulties, etc.).
-Prepares contrast materials that are used in MRI exams. -He/She is certified to insert IV needles for administration of contrast material when necessary. -Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. -Aware of and practice the safety policies and procedures of the medical center, and participate in quality assurance activities as directed. -Maintains records and files of exams performed on patients.
-Properly identifies patient through the RIS interface identifier and left/right markers. -Assures that MRI patients are screened in advance for any contraindicating conditions per Radiology Service policy. -Responsible to explain exams to competent patients so that patients understand what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible. -Responsible for stocking and inventory of all MRI general supplies and related material.
-Continually reviews new developments in MRI. -Continually on the alert to improve quality of examinations utilizing the new technologies available. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00a.m. to 3:30p.m. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 56269-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Accreditation Information: Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree.
Verification of accreditation may be made obtained from Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Accredited Educational Programs (jrcertaccreditation.org) or other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE) DAPIP | Homepage (ed.gov). Note: If your school has changed names, or is no longer in existence, you must provide this information in your application.
Note: If your school was accredited by Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE) at the time of graduation but is no longer listed on the Accredited Educational Programs (jrcertaccreditation.org) website or Department of Education (DOE) DAPIP | Homepage (ed.gov) website you must provide documentation of accreditation with your application packet.
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/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
MALLORY.ALVARADO@VA.GOV · 210-984-3374
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $88356 – $114856/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-27.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
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