Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Job Title

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Job Description

Functions as the front-line supervisor for all imaging modality technologists and clerical personnel. Provides a full range of radiologic treatment procedures and offers a broad knowledge of the modality within the specific area and is accountable to the Imaging Program Administrator. Assigns employees to positions and/or work assignments based on consideration of several factors including the difficulty and type of work, availability, capability and experience. Issues oral and written instructions for non-routine or more complex assignments. Resolves scheduling and back-up coverage problems on off-hour and weekend shifts and is responsible for vacation coverage on these shifts. Assists in providing coverage when unexpected staff shortages occur during regular and irregular tours-of-duty. Complete and ensures all mandatory training is completed by all staff. Fills in as necessary due to staffing shortages when required. Prepares CT room, assures proper supplies are available, receives patient, explains procedures, positions patient, selects appropriate technical factors, prepares any accessory equipment required. As required by procedure or patient's condition, obtains pertinent information from patient or medical records, monitors the patient during examination and notifies radiologist of any significant changes. Makes appropriate exposures for required examinations and assists radiologists or physician in evaluation results of CT examinations. Participates with Specialty Imaging Manager in setting performance standards, goals and objectives of assigned or supervised employees. Reviews work in progress as well as when complete regarding problems in accuracy, quality, adherence to procedures, and takes corrective action as necessary. Approves or disapproves requests for leave from technical staff, taking into consideration staffing levels and appropriate coverage on all shifts. Ensures that all call rosters are equitable and completed in a timely manner. Prepares requests for filling of vacant positions. Participates with the Chief, Imaging Service and the Imaging Program Administrator in the selection of candidates for positions in the department. Assists Imaging Program Administrator with formal requests and recommendations for promotions, reassignments, quality increases or other performance awards. Proposes appropriate disciplinary actions with guidance through VA directives and AFGE involvement as deemed necessary and proposes to higher authority specific disciplinary action based on the problem and facts, i.e., suspension, demotions, letters of warning, removal, etc. Assists Imaging Program Administrator with training plans for assigned employees including orientation of new employees. Participates in in-service training to broaden employee skills. Recommends formal training when the need is apparent and officially recommends employees for formal training courses.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional

Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Telework

Ad-Hoc

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