Therapeutic Radiologic Technician
The incumbent at this level must be able to carry out their assigned tasks independently in all areas of radiation therapy. The competencies will substantially exceed the full performance level and are unique and required advanced knowledge in all areas of radiation therapy. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/15/2019. Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Designated and/r random drug testing may be required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject t a background/security investigation Must be proficient in written and spoken English Selected applicants will be required t complete an online onboarding process You may be required to serve a probationary period Some of the Duties for this position are but not limited to:
Schedules treatments in a manner as to optimize accelerator times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases. This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate simulation and treatment. Performs quality control of the treatment machines by taking recorded readings every morning prior to patient treatments using the dosimetry verification and record system for each energy level. Obtaining machine check for rotational therapy and electronic dynamic wedge verification. Performs daily imaging procedures to ensure correct operations. Alerts appropriate staff as necessary if parameters fall outside the recommendations.Identifies individual patient by the required identification methods set forth by hospital policy and departmental procedures before simulation and each daily radiation treatment is delivered. Has the knowledge of consultations, simulation, and treatment planning and treatment procedures. Ability t determine the appropriate timely sequence for patient studies and any special orders required.Prepares required contrast materials that are t be used for treatment simulations. Ensures proper use and administration of the contrast materials to avoid the risk of patient morbidity and mortality, therefore it is essential that the therapist has a thorough understanding of contrast material usage. Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient.Must be able t communicate orally exam preparations/special orders to patients and hospital staff.Provides patient immobilization devices as instructed or departmental protocol. After CT scan is acquired and in center r reference point is obtained, the therapist will provide set- up DDR's for use in treatment planning and transfer the data set to the dosimetry treatment planning. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:
00am - 4:
30pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Preferred
Experience:
Must possess a minimum of four (4) years clinical TRT experience. Experience/knowledge of Varian equipment and software. Grade Determinations:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level, and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk ( ):
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. KSAs are defined in the assignments which follow. Assignment. TRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time:
Staff TRT. Employees at this level who are not leads or supervisors are able to carry out their assigned tasks independently in all areas of radiation therapy, requiring TRT competencies which substantially exceed the full performance level and are unique and require advanced knowledge in all areas of radiation therapy specialties. Regardless of the nature of the specific assignment, the work must be of sufficient scope and complexity to meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform at this grade level. a. Ability to confer with radiation oncologist regarding simulation/CT procedure needed to yield the most optimal images needed for treatment planning procedures to be performed; b. Knowledge of disease process, co-morbid conditions, and other factors relating to individual patients in selecting appropriate positioning devices for procedure to be performed; c. Knowledge of radiographic fluoroscopic, CT, and combinations of modalities and ability to obtain the images for review by the radiation oncologist for localization of tumors, their extent, and ancillary areas needing treatment; and d. Ability to accurately transfer radiographic images to treatment planning and dosimetry for use in development of computer generated treatment plans. References:
VA Handbook 5005/15 Appendix G26 Physical Requirements:
The work requires long periods of standing and walking. There is some bending and carrying of moderately heavy articles such as film cassettes, treatment devices, and molds with heavier lifting of wedges and specially designed shielding blocks. Patients often are assisted to achieve proper positioning, which may require reaching, lifting, or working in strained positions. The deterioration of the patient due to disease progression often requires lifting of the patient from stretchers or wheelchairs to treatment and examination tables utilizing special techniques designed to minimize the discomfort of the patient.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
United States Citizenship:
Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Designated and/r random drug testing may be required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject t a background/security investigation Must be proficient in written and spoken English Selected applicants will be required t complete an online onboarding process You may be required to serve a probationary period Some of the Duties for this position are but not limited to:
Schedules treatments in a manner as to optimize accelerator times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases. This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate simulation and treatment. Performs quality control of the treatment machines by taking recorded readings every morning prior to patient treatments using the dosimetry verification and record system for each energy level. Obtaining machine check for rotational therapy and electronic dynamic wedge verification. Performs daily imaging procedures to ensure correct operations. Alerts appropriate staff as necessary if parameters fall outside the recommendations.Identifies individual patient by the required identification methods set forth by hospital policy and departmental procedures before simulation and each daily radiation treatment is delivered. Has the knowledge of consultations, simulation, and treatment planning and treatment procedures. Ability t determine the appropriate timely sequence for patient studies and any special orders required.Prepares required contrast materials that are t be used for treatment simulations. Ensures proper use and administration of the contrast materials to avoid the risk of patient morbidity and mortality, therefore it is essential that the therapist has a thorough understanding of contrast material usage. Reactions on the part of the patient require immediate attention so that harm does not come to the patient.Must be able t communicate orally exam preparations/special orders to patients and hospital staff.Provides patient immobilization devices as instructed or departmental protocol. After CT scan is acquired and in center r reference point is obtained, the therapist will provide set- up DDR's for use in treatment planning and transfer the data set to the dosimetry treatment planning. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:
00am - 4:
30pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Preferred
Experience:
Must possess a minimum of four (4) years clinical TRT experience. Experience/knowledge of Varian equipment and software. Grade Determinations:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level, and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk ( ):
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. KSAs are defined in the assignments which follow. Assignment. TRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time:
Staff TRT. Employees at this level who are not leads or supervisors are able to carry out their assigned tasks independently in all areas of radiation therapy, requiring TRT competencies which substantially exceed the full performance level and are unique and require advanced knowledge in all areas of radiation therapy specialties. Regardless of the nature of the specific assignment, the work must be of sufficient scope and complexity to meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform at this grade level. a. Ability to confer with radiation oncologist regarding simulation/CT procedure needed to yield the most optimal images needed for treatment planning procedures to be performed; b. Knowledge of disease process, co-morbid conditions, and other factors relating to individual patients in selecting appropriate positioning devices for procedure to be performed; c. Knowledge of radiographic fluoroscopic, CT, and combinations of modalities and ability to obtain the images for review by the radiation oncologist for localization of tumors, their extent, and ancillary areas needing treatment; and d. Ability to accurately transfer radiographic images to treatment planning and dosimetry for use in development of computer generated treatment plans. References:
VA Handbook 5005/15 Appendix G26 Physical Requirements:
The work requires long periods of standing and walking. There is some bending and carrying of moderately heavy articles such as film cassettes, treatment devices, and molds with heavier lifting of wedges and specially designed shielding blocks. Patients often are assisted to achieve proper positioning, which may require reaching, lifting, or working in strained positions. The deterioration of the patient due to disease progression often requires lifting of the patient from stretchers or wheelchairs to treatment and examination tables utilizing special techniques designed to minimize the discomfort of the patient.
- Department:
0648 Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist - Salary Range:
$72,676 to $94,473 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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