Diagnostic Radiologic Technician
Major duties include, but may not be limited to:
Researches and/or analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imagining system; determines pertinent issues and collects relevant information from a variety of sources; reviews information and applies standard analytical techniques; develops recommendations and proposals; plans implementation and modality-specific integration of the PACS throughout the organization, with associated VISTA/CPRS integration; serve as a liaison for OI, ISO, Imaging, Biomedical employees and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging display and distribution; provides first line technical support for image transmission or display errors related to modalities, VISTA interface, display workstations and printers; effectively repairs when possible, instructs users in proper operation or workarounds, and initiates/coordinates repair requests with appropriate services or vendors when necessary; plans, installs, and implements PACS and related systems including applications systems, networking interface software and system admin software; designs and maintains a quality control program for digital radiographic, nuclear medicine, and all other relevant images; reports all QA activities and the findings of such activities to the Chief, Imaging Department as well as the modality supervisors; assist the Business Manager in assessment and procurement of new equipment; provide analysis of user needs and recommends appropriate hardware and software solutions; schedules, monitors and reviews all outside vendor services to ensure appropriate/quality workmanship is conducted in a timely fashion. Incumbent will perform other work as directed. Work Schedule:
7:
00am - 3:
30pm, Monday through Friday. May have a rotating schedule based on unit needs. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required THIS IS A BARGAINING UNIT POSITION This position is primarily assigned to the University Drive Campus. Although assigned to a particular duty station, incumbent may be required to work at either facility (HJ Heinz and University Drive). 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:
DRT's 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:
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. PACS Technologist GS-11:
This position serves as a liaison for the Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Biomedical Engineering staff and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging including distribution capabilities; develops methods and programs to evaluate, monitor and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems; serves as team leader in planning, developing, and instructing users in the operation of PACS network elements, the integration of these with related systems, and recommends corresponding upgrades. This position researches and or/analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imaging system; performs complex system administrator functions such as:
oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links necessary to interface with the HIS (Hospital Information System), Application Entity (AE) titles, individual and user group creation, and access management, system filters, exam code dictionaries, DICOM configuration testing, hanging protocols, voice file exchange, and other duties associated with this position. The incumbent ensures compliance with all national and VA information and security requirements, including archiving of images to VistA imaging. This position may independently function as a DRT, which may include complex modality such as CT, MR, mammography, ultrasound, and IR. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs:
Knowledge of contingency plans during equipment downtimes Ability to act as liaison for Radiology with biomedical engineering and OI&T Ability to develop methods and programs to evaluate, monitor, and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems Ability to lead a team of multidisciplinary members in accomplishing strategic planning and integration of PACS and network elements Ability to perform complex system administrator functions such as:
oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links, AE titles, individual and user group creation and access management, etc. Knowledge of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network, VistA imaging, and database security. Knowledge of specific positioning, technique, and imaging procedures so he/she will be able to perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005, Part II, Appendix G25 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-11 Physical Requirements:
The physical demands of the work includes:
moderate lifting and carrying; reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required); prolonged walking, prolonged standing; repeated bending; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); speed in working; and emotional stability.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Researches and/or analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imagining system; determines pertinent issues and collects relevant information from a variety of sources; reviews information and applies standard analytical techniques; develops recommendations and proposals; plans implementation and modality-specific integration of the PACS throughout the organization, with associated VISTA/CPRS integration; serve as a liaison for OI, ISO, Imaging, Biomedical employees and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging display and distribution; provides first line technical support for image transmission or display errors related to modalities, VISTA interface, display workstations and printers; effectively repairs when possible, instructs users in proper operation or workarounds, and initiates/coordinates repair requests with appropriate services or vendors when necessary; plans, installs, and implements PACS and related systems including applications systems, networking interface software and system admin software; designs and maintains a quality control program for digital radiographic, nuclear medicine, and all other relevant images; reports all QA activities and the findings of such activities to the Chief, Imaging Department as well as the modality supervisors; assist the Business Manager in assessment and procurement of new equipment; provide analysis of user needs and recommends appropriate hardware and software solutions; schedules, monitors and reviews all outside vendor services to ensure appropriate/quality workmanship is conducted in a timely fashion. Incumbent will perform other work as directed. Work Schedule:
7:
00am - 3:
30pm, Monday through Friday. May have a rotating schedule based on unit needs. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required THIS IS A BARGAINING UNIT POSITION This position is primarily assigned to the University Drive Campus. Although assigned to a particular duty station, incumbent may be required to work at either facility (HJ Heinz and University Drive). 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:
DRT's 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:
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. PACS Technologist GS-11:
This position serves as a liaison for the Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Biomedical Engineering staff and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging including distribution capabilities; develops methods and programs to evaluate, monitor and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems; serves as team leader in planning, developing, and instructing users in the operation of PACS network elements, the integration of these with related systems, and recommends corresponding upgrades. This position researches and or/analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imaging system; performs complex system administrator functions such as:
oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links necessary to interface with the HIS (Hospital Information System), Application Entity (AE) titles, individual and user group creation, and access management, system filters, exam code dictionaries, DICOM configuration testing, hanging protocols, voice file exchange, and other duties associated with this position. The incumbent ensures compliance with all national and VA information and security requirements, including archiving of images to VistA imaging. This position may independently function as a DRT, which may include complex modality such as CT, MR, mammography, ultrasound, and IR. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs:
Knowledge of contingency plans during equipment downtimes Ability to act as liaison for Radiology with biomedical engineering and OI&T Ability to develop methods and programs to evaluate, monitor, and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems Ability to lead a team of multidisciplinary members in accomplishing strategic planning and integration of PACS and network elements Ability to perform complex system administrator functions such as:
oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links, AE titles, individual and user group creation and access management, etc. Knowledge of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network, VistA imaging, and database security. Knowledge of specific positioning, technique, and imaging procedures so he/she will be able to perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005, Part II, Appendix G25 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-11 Physical Requirements:
The physical demands of the work includes:
moderate lifting and carrying; reaching above shoulder; use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required); prolonged walking, prolonged standing; repeated bending; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); speed in working; and emotional stability.
- Department:
0647 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Salary Range:
$65,914 to $85,686 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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