Summary

The Imaging Service at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center is recruiting a Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist.

Qualifications

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) Education
• 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-10Experience
• 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 improve operations
• [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 the diagnostic 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: References: VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G25 - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist 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

Duties

• As Supervisory Diagnostic DRT - the incumbent has full responsibility for technical aspects and patient care functions within the General Radiography section and has direct supervisory responsibility over the staff in this section
• This supervisor is also responsible for the indirect oversight of all subordinate leads and supervisors of administrative and clerical personnel within Imaging Service
• Duties include - but not limited to
• Demonstrates appropriate and proactive interpersonal skills to achieve the goals of the service
• Functions as the front-line supervisor for the diagnostic radiologic technologists
• Resolves scheduling and back-up coverage problems on off-hour and weekend shifts and is responsible for vacation coverage on these shifts
• Participates with Imaging Program Administrator in setting performance standards - goals and objectives of assigned or supervised employees
• 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 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
• Assists with staff meetings - reviews policies - rules and regulations - procedures and discusses changes in routines and other related subjects
• Keeps employees informed of management goals and objectives Maintains Joint Commission (JC) Standards and HIPPA compliance throughout the department
• Responsible for all safety regulations and practices in Radiology/ Imaging Service
• Ensures proper documentation of accidents occurring to employees - patients or visitors
• Keeps abreast of all equipment available and improvements made due to technological advances to assist management in determining equipment needs
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized