This Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) (Fusion Imaging Technologist) position is assigned to the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System, Nuclear Medicine Service within the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center. The NMT at this grade level are fully functional as an advanced NMT and carry out their assigned tasks independently.
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: To qualify for appointment to this position, all applicants must possess the following: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency. RRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j, of VA Handbook 5005. Licensure (Submit Documentation). All applicants must be certified in nuclear medicine technology by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (N). NMTCB or ARRT (N) certification eligibility requirements are normally satisfied by one of the following: Completion of a NMTCB-recognized nuclear medicine technology program, -OR- Completion of a nuclear medicine technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology(JRCNMT), or other accrediting agencies as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), culminating in a certificate, associate, baccalaureate, or master's degree. Educational programs must have structured clinical training sufficient to provide clinical competency in radiation safety, instrumentation, clinical procedures, and radio-pharmacy, as deemed acceptable by the NMTCB. Grandfathering Provision. All persons employed in VHA as a NMT on the effective date (12/10/2019) of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and certification that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. Grade Determinations: Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Fusion Imaging Technologist), GS-11 Experience. For assignments above the journey level, the candidate must have 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled, and must fully meet the KSAs at that level. Specialized experience includes: have a full understanding of proper methods of receipt, use, storage, and disposal of radioactive material; properly and independently handle unusual circumstances; perform and evaluate daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality control on all imaging and non-imaging instrumentation and auxiliary equipment, provide basic patient care, and can recognize and respond to emergency conditions. Routinely and independently perform the full scope and complexity of these responsibilities and receive guidance from higher-level or supervisory staff members for only the most complex patients. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: Ability to produce and assess high quality scans and quality control images using independent judgement to recognize abnormal or unacceptable results. Practical knowledge and skill in the use of ancillary equipment with an understanding of how the results will affect the study outcome. Knowledge of physiologic processes as they relate to altered radiopharmaceutical uptake and/or artefactual findings. Knowledge of CT and/or MR radiographic techniques utilized in quality control and acquisition parameters. Ability to recognize and correct fusion imaging system errors. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-11. Physical Requirements: The physical demands of the work include:Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds; pushing up to 4 hours; reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required); prolonged walking, prolonged standing; repeated bending; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); speed in working; and emotional stability. Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing a lead apron.
Duties of this position includes but are not limited to: Properly disposes of radioactive materials or containers and executes all necessary paper work to maintain compliance with the station's Radioactive Materials Permit. Analyze consequences of improper packaging of radioactive material and take appropriate actions. Produce and assess high quality fusion and quality control images using independent judgement to recognize abnormal and unacceptable results. Develop new protocols for imaging procedures and performs all aspects of NM and fusion imaging to include: General Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, SPECT/CT and PET/CT. Performs computer acquisition and analysis of data. Analyzes images and participates in research studies. Properly disposes of radioactive materials or containers and executes all necessary paper work to maintain compliance with the station's Radioactive Materials Permit. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Flexible schedule time various between hours of 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement # 21808F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized