Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Location: Dover AFB, Delaware
Description: General Dynamics - IT is at present recruited Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist right now, this occupation will be depute in Delaware. More details about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. As a trusted systems integrator for more than 50 years, General Dynamics Information Technology provides information technology (IT), systems engineering, professiona! l services and simulation and training to customers in the defense, federal civilian government, health, homeland security, intelligence, state and local government and commercial sectors. With approximately 21,000 professionals worldwide, the company delivers IT enterprise solutions, manages large-scale, mission-critical IT programs and provides mission support services. General Dynamics Information Technology is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
***THIS POSITION IS NOT CURRENTLY FUNDED AND IS TIED TO A PENDING GDIT PROGRAM AWARD***
Position Overview - Provide support for the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP), Office of the Armed Forces Medical Examiner (OAFME) mass casualty investigation/processing facility located at the Charles C. Carson Center for Mortuary Affairs, Dover Air Force Base, Dover, DE. As a radiologic technologist, perform diagnostic imaging examinations and a range of associated support tasks during! autopsies and/or external body examinations and inspections, ! in support of forensic medical operations.
Job Responsibilities:
Performance Hours
- Established by the Government supervisor and based on the number and arrival times of human remains.
- Workday and duty hours may vary and require frequent schedule adjustments on short notice such as 48 hours.
- Variable daily schedule, but the total hours worked per week shall be 40 or less.
- Due to the unpredictability of the workload, workday may be Monday through Sunday and the start and stop times for each day may vary from 0700-2000 hours.
- Overtime authorized with prior approval.
- Provide Radiologic Technological support at the Charles C. Carson Mortuary Center for Mortuary Affairs.
- Perform difficult full body post mortem radiographic examinations on the remains for the purpose of medical/legal investigations and routine autopsies.
- Receives remains, lo! gs receipt and assists with positioning for optimal imaging.
- Operate the computerized equipment to take the images.
- Work with the radiologist reviewing the images to determine the need for additional images.
- Ensure availability of proper materials and supplies.
- Maintain detailed records of examinations.
- Ensure the cleanliness and sanitation of the radiograph area.
- Must be able to work on their feet for long periods and must be able to lift and move patients who need assistance.
- Meet the variable work schedule 90% of the time.
- Obtain an acceptable diagnostic image as determined by a radiologist to interpret.
- Produce images of high diagnostic quality with a minimal retakes.
- Graduate of a formal training program in radiography that leads to a certificate, an associate's degree, or a bachelor's degree.
- Must possess the appropriate certific! ation and credentials as a radiologic technologist as required by the S! tate of Delaware.
- Minimum of 3-5 years work experience as radiology technologist required.
- CT, MRI experience highly desired.
- Prior military service or work experience in military medical/dental treatment facilities preferred.
- Possess knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques including the use of a formula to determine technical factors, bow to control density, contrast, and distortion, and use of accessories.
- Possess a thorough knowledge of radiation safety, to include concepts of accumulated dosage and genetic changes; effects of radiation on living organism and on patient and operator exposed in order to maintain adequate safeguards.
- Possess a knowledge of anatomy and physiology such as location appearance, and function of various major systems to include muscular, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive and urinary; understanding of the functioning and interrelationship of various organs, to judge acceptab! ility of the radiograph for diagnostic use; knowledge of effects of common medical and surgical diseases in order to assure that radiographic studies properly illustrate the condition.
- Possess knowledge of basic physics to include concepts of energy, electric power and types of electrical circuits, and properties of radiology in order to understand radiology equipment operation.
- Possess the ability to make minor changes to standard procedures to compensate for equipment aging, and determine the equipment maintenance or repair schedule.
- Possess knowledge and skill in positioning of human remains for a wide variety of views to produce the best possible images.
- Possess knowledge of basic clinical/nursing practices related to radiography including emergency cardiac arrest procedures, principles of various types of injections, and sterile operating room practices.
- Must possess emotional stability and must demonstrate a mature and resp! ectful approach, which recognizes the dignity of human remains.
- Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines and follow all appropriate protective measures; i.e., wear personal protective equipment (eye protection, surgical masks, etc,), and use appropriate shielding to protect against radiation.
- A signed statement of non-disclosure of confidential and sensitive case information may be required.
- Comply with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) policies and guidelines.
Relocation
No
Security Clearance Level
Secret
Security Clearance Basis
National Agency Check (NLC)
Security Clearance Polygraph
None
Job ID Number
208491
Job Function
Science and Engineering
Potential for Deployment
No
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