Clarification from the agency

Open to all U.S. Citizens. Veterans preference does not apply. NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

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Duties Include but are not limited to:

• Oversees administrative, personnel administration, logistic, program planning and evaluation, fiscal, quality assurance for the Radiology Service. Applies analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations.
• The incumbent provides guidance, instruction, maintenance, and trouble shooting in the daily operation of Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS) and Voice Recognition (VR) within the Radiology/NM and other clinical areas as needed. The incumbent serves as a specialist providing support in the operation and management of digital image acquisition, processing, display, and storage and in database management. The incumbent works under the direction of the Radiology/NM Service Chief, OI&T, and Clinical Engineering. Also works with other services and users of digital radiographic images and other digital imaging throughout the Medical Center, other VISN sites and VISN Management.
• Independently performs daily operations of the PACS system. Monitors all facility PACS and related systems including application systems, networking interface software and system administrative software. Evaluates system performance by utilizing various tools, capacity planning, and imaging management/maintenance to adjust system and operation parameters as necessary. Oversees all aspects of implementation of software and upgrades to the PACS systems and proactively identifies any potential issues.
• Reviews the Radiology administrative policies and procedures to assure consistency. Analyzes policies for changes brought about by administrative, regulatory, and technological changes. Ensures that the Service is complying to all appropriate regulatory agencies (JC, NRC, FDA, ACR). Seeks input on technological changes from associated personnel within the Radiology Service, as well as from personnel with VISN 19, other VISNs and Central Office. Prepares drafts of changes. Develops and interprets administrative policies in unstable situations of growth and integration of the organization. Provides policy guidance and direction, formulates plans and provides advice on resolving problems.
• May be a representative and resource person in all committees that request the input of the Radiology/NM Service or VISN Service Line. Provides necessary coordination and delivery of services, ensuring that all needs are met, and the integrated Radiology/NM Service makes an optimal contribution to VISN function. Works with Central Office, VISN 19 Network, affiliated medical schools and hospitals, other VAs, private hospitals, and local and international venders to assist in their efforts.
• Investigates and resolves complaints by determining the reason, validity and service response needed. Recommends corrective actions.
• Records and analyzes the Radiology Service workload and reviews changing requirements for space, equipment, personnel, supporting material requirements and proposed new programs. Based on the review and analysis, recommends changes in personnel, space utilization, equipment and its location and related material and workflow. Prepares justifications and requisitions for new and replacement equipment.
• The Radiology Supervisor manages all requisitions for all new equipment across the Service as well as maintaining the assigned COR for the service. Coordinates all equipment activity with A&MMS as well as works with the National Acquisitions Center (NAC) for suitability and best pricing. Arranges for needed equipment repairs, establishes agreements for equipment demonstrations and prepares lease contracts for rental equipment. Studies, analyzes, and submits recommendations for efficiency and cost control of equipment program operations. Discharges equipment leases and/or demos when necessary. Research state of the art equipment that can be acquired through purchase and/or lease agreement, coordinates the pickup of equipment by warehouse and/or vendors. Submits proposals to vendors for equipment acquisition. Submits contracts for buying, leasing and/or renewing lease agreements to A&MMS. Plans, schedules, and conducts projects on an ongoing basis to study such contracts and proposals for determinations of efficiency of program operations.

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized
Telework: Not available
Functional Statement #: 623-60070-A
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification 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). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), [or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable]. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent [can operate independently] and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. [In modalities that require advanced certification, to support their continued development, technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist.
• 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).

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations:

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, GS-11

• Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies needed to provide services as a quality control technologist, DRT team leader, supervisory radiologic technologist, [PACS technologist, clinical program director], or an assistant chief radiologic technologist.
• Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. In addition to the experience listed above he candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs:
  • i. Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation.
  • ii. Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage section workload, quality, performance, and productivity.
  • iii. Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.
  • iv. Ability to supervise technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic exams (CT, MRI, Special Procedures, Mammography, Ultrasound).
  • v. Ability to interview and evaluate candidates for positions, evaluate subordinate performance, recommend appointments, advancements, or recommend or take appropriate disciplinary actions.
  • vi. Skill in participating in organizational facility initiatives, workgroups, and/or committees

Preferred Experience: 2 years of Supervisory experience

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11.

Physical Requirements: See Handbook 5003 for Physical Requirements

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Transcript

Special Note for Applications: To complete your application, please use the following link https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted 'Resume' document upload field.

Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the 'Other' document upload field.

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (Schedule A)
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Clinical CV
• PCS Orders
• Performance Appraisal
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

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