Summary The Supervisory DRT occupies the position of supervisory radiologic technologist in a large, complex, tertiary care, affiliated medical center. The technologist functions as a supervisor for a group of DRTs at the GS-9 level and below which may include support staff.
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Duties include but not limited to: - Responsible for making and implementing the technological decisions regarding Diagnostic Service that directly affect patient care.
- Teach, guide, and direct the image analysis and quality control functions of the service.
- He/she will be a highly visible Supervisory Technologist responsible for one-on-one instructional function to achieve excellence in image productivity prior to diagnostic interpretation by staff and resident radiologists and physicians.
- He/she serves as a radiology management representative and reports directly to management on the technological operations of the service if so, directed by the Chief Technologist and is designated alternate during periods of the Chief Tech's absence.
- Responsible for the overall supervision of the professional technological staff of the Service that encompasses a diversified field of technologists performing separate and distinct radiology procedures using a variety of acceptable skills and techniques.
- Establishes and implements policies and procedures for the technological services within Diagnostics Service.
- Assures conformity by the technical staff with departmental and medical center policies.
- Develops strategic short- and long-term goals and objectives for the Service in collaboration with the Chief Technologist and Administrative Officer.
- Responsible for the formal performance and competency evaluations of personnel in multiple radiology sections. He/she acts as the final stage reviewer for annual performance appraisal of the technical and clerical staff assigned to him/her.
- The incumbent is tasked the responsibility of preparing a formal plan for the continuing educational needs of the Service. He/she plays a key role in the development of educational programs to meet the standards of various accrediting and regulatory groups.
- The position is responsible for administering activities as they relate to an active quality control program. He/she establishes internal guidelines and criteria, which promote optimum image quality, reduce over exposure to the patient, reduce waste, and enhance patient care with the result being a technically satisfactory study.
- The incumbent is responsible for the radiation monitoring in accordance with NRC standards. Acts as the liaison with the Radiation Safety Officer for collection and distribution of all radiation badges. Reporting all irregularities to the Chief, Diagnostics
Work Schedule : 7:00am-3:30pm (Monday-Friday)
Telework : Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement # : 00000
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized
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Conditions of employment - You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
- All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
- Subject to background/security investigation.
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Qualifications 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 :
- 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. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
- Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R) and Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT)
- E ducation . 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, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE).
Grade Determination GS-10 Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS - 9) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.
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. DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments:
Specialized Assignments. Specialized areas of radiologic technology include general diagnostic radiologic technology (R), bone densitometry (BD), mammography (M), diagnostic ultrasound (S), computed tomography (CT), [ ] magnetic resonance imaging (MR), [ ] [interventional radiologic technology (IR)], quality management (QM), picture archival communication system (PACS) technologist, MRI safety officer (MRSO), imaging administrator, clinical program director, and clinical instructor.
Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist . Functions as a supervisor for a group of DRTs at the GS-9 level and below which may include support staff. Evaluates new products and equipment, making recommendations to supervisor concerning upgrades/new purchases that would improveoperations. [The technologist] informs higher level management of anticipated staffing variances and informally recommends promotions, reassignments, or other personnel changes such as retention or release of probationary employees, and recognition of superior performance in thediagnostic radiologic area. [The technologist] directs the development and implementation of services and treatment to patients through the supervision, mentoring, and oversight of assigned clinical staff. Experience must demonstrate practice skills in a specialty area or in administration demonstrating progressively more professional competency and judgment. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*):
- Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation.
- Ability to evaluate quality management procedures and processes.
- Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity.
- Skill in developing new policies and guidelines as needed.
- Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.
Preferred Experience: 1 year of specialized experience
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Physical Requirements: Bending, pushing, pulling, reaching and occasional kneeling crawling and squatting; lifting, carrying, bending, and manipulation of equipment; patient assistance and positioning; walking and prolonged standing; the ability to read written orders, computer screens, patient records, and equipment controls; and the ability to communicate with patients, physicians, and coworkers. Near visual acuity to assess patient's physical condition when performing exams, and evaluating images for diagnostic quality. Must be able to speak and hear to communicate with patients. Ability to make critical decisions, interact with patients of different ages and health conditions, maintain patient confidentiality, work under stressful conditions, such as operating or emergency rooms
Education 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: 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:
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